English Language & Literature at Kean University
If you are interested in studying English Language & Literature, take a look at what Kean University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Kean University sits in Union, NJ.
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Studying Online at Kean University
Online coursework is an option at Kean University. Of 13,905 students, 1,667 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,546 (11%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Kean University
Rankings can help you compare Kean University’s English Language & Literature program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New Jersey | #5 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #17 of 20 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #22 of 147 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #98 of 148 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #197 of 779 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #393 of 783 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Kean University
Students who complete Kean University’s English Language & Literature program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $35,690 |
| 2 years | $33,518 |
| 3 years | $37,090 |
| 4 years | $44,212 |
| 5 years | $51,764 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, English Language & Literature graduates from Kean University earn a median of $44,212, compared with $56,858 for all Kean University graduates — about 22% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for English Language & Literature graduates from Kean University stands at $30,679.
Top-Paying Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Graduates of the English Language & Literature program at Kean University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for English Language & Literature majors, 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
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