English Language & Literature at Iowa State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for English Language & Literature, consider the program at Iowa State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Iowa State University is in Ames, IA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Iowa State University
Online coursework is an option at Iowa State University. Of 30,380 students, 972 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 17,472 (58%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Iowa State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Iowa State University’s English Language & Literature program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #2 of 7 |
| Best Value | Iowa | #4 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #19 of 57 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #26 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #257 of 783 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #402 of 779 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #2 of 7 |
| Best Value | Iowa | #4 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #19 of 57 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #26 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #257 of 783 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #402 of 779 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Iowa State University
Those who finish Iowa State University’s English Language & Literature program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $41,940 |
| 2 years | $34,257 |
| 3 years | $36,120 |
| 4 years | $42,986 |
| 5 years | $44,673 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, English Language & Literature graduates from Iowa State University take home a median $42,986, compared with $64,577 for all Iowa State University graduates — about 33% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for English Language & Literature graduates from Iowa State University stands at $24,000.
Best-Paid Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Students who finish English Language & Literature program at Iowa State University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for English Language & Literature graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Editors | $100,346 |
| English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | $88,437 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
| Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers | $70,619 |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | $68,967 |
| Writers and Authors | $63,195 |
| Technical Writers | $52,099 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.