General English Literature at Marquette University
If you plan to study General English Literature, you may want to check out the program at Marquette University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Marquette University is located in Milwaukee, WI.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 39 general english literature degrees were awarded at Marquette University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Marquette University
Online coursework is an option at Marquette University. Of 11,746 students, 546 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,328 (20%) took at least some classes online.
General English Literature Rankings at Marquette University
Rankings can help you compare Marquette University’s General English Literature program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #3 of 13 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #13 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #17 of 79 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #72 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #108 of 678 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #571 of 675 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #3 of 13 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #13 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #17 of 79 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #72 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #108 of 678 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #571 of 675 |
Earnings for General English Literature Graduates from Marquette University
Students who complete Marquette University’s General English Literature program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 4 years | $49,689 |
| 5 years | $54,211 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, General English Literature graduates from Marquette University earn a median of $49,689, compared with $77,992 for all Marquette University graduates — about 36% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for General English Literature graduates at Marquette University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, General English Literature graduates at Marquette University are 67% women (26) and 33% men (13).
General English Literature Bachelor’s Program at Marquette University
Among the 27 bachelor’s general english literature degrees awarded at Marquette University, 70% were women (19) and 30% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General English Literature bachelor’s degree recipients at Marquette University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 22 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 19% of General English Literature bachelor’s degree recipients at Marquette University, lower than the national average of 35%.*
General English Literature Master’s Program at Marquette University
Among the 8 master’s general english literature graduates at Marquette University, 62% were women (5) and 38% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General English Literature master’s degree recipients at Marquette University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of General English Literature master’s degree recipients at Marquette University, higher than the national average of 25%.*
General English Literature Doctoral Program at Marquette University
Of the 4 doctoral general english literature graduates at Marquette University, 50% were women (2) and 50% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General English Literature doctoral degree recipients at Marquette University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific General English Literature Concentrations at Marquette University
This General English Literature program at Marquette University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| English | 39 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General English Literature Graduates
Those who complete General English Literature program at Marquette University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for General English Literature majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | $88,437 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
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.