English Language & Literature at Oakland University
If you are interested in studying English Language & Literature, consider the program at Oakland University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Oakland University is in Rochester Hills, MI.
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Online Class Availability at Oakland University
Many students take online classes at Oakland University. Among 15,768 students, 1,399 (9%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,791 (43%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Oakland University
Use these rankings to compare Oakland University’s English Language & Literature program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #4 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #7 of 14 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #29 of 93 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #53 of 93 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #263 of 779 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #473 of 783 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Oakland University
Graduates of Oakland 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 | $27,910 |
| 2 years | $25,800 |
| 3 years | $28,646 |
| 4 years | $38,770 |
| 5 years | $47,409 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, English Language & Literature graduates from Oakland University report median earnings of $38,770, compared with $67,748 for all Oakland University graduates — about 43% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for English Language & Literature graduates from Oakland University stands at $25,745.
Top-Paying Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Those who complete English Language & Literature program at Oakland University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks 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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