English Language & Literature at Northern Illinois University
If you plan to study English Language & Literature, consider the program at Northern Illinois University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Northern Illinois University is located in Dekalb, IL.
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Online Class Availability at Northern Illinois University
Distance learning is available at Northern Illinois University. Of 15,414 students, 2,197 (14%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,937 (51%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Northern Illinois University
These rankings give you a sense of how Northern Illinois University’s English Language & Literature program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #8 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #15 of 27 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #17 of 93 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #34 of 93 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #208 of 779 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #305 of 783 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #8 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #15 of 27 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #17 of 93 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #34 of 93 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #208 of 779 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #305 of 783 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Northern Illinois University
Students who complete Northern Illinois 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 | $30,604 |
| 2 years | $40,242 |
| 3 years | $35,384 |
| 4 years | $49,900 |
| 5 years | $47,929 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, English Language & Literature graduates from Northern Illinois University report median earnings of $49,900, compared with $63,103 for all Northern Illinois University graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for English Language & Literature graduates from Northern Illinois University stands at $25,375.
Best-Paid Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Those who complete English Language & Literature program at Northern Illinois University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid 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
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