General English Literature at Oakland University
What traits are you looking for in a school for General English Literature, consider the program at Oakland University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Oakland University is located in Rochester Hills, MI.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 51 general english literature degrees were awarded at Oakland University.
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Online Class Availability at Oakland University
Online coursework is an option at Oakland University. Among 15,768 students, 1,399 (9%) studied exclusively online and 6,791 (43%) took at least some classes online.
General English Literature Rankings at Oakland University
These rankings give you a sense of how Oakland University’s General English Literature program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #3 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #5 of 12 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #22 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #41 of 79 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #231 of 675 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #377 of 678 |
Earnings for General English Literature Graduates from Oakland University
Graduates of Oakland University’s General English Literature program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $30,652 |
| 2 years | $29,685 |
| 3 years | $35,373 |
| 4 years | $43,138 |
| 5 years | $52,242 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, General English Literature graduates from Oakland University report median earnings of $43,138, compared with $67,748 for all Oakland University graduates — about 36% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General English Literature graduates from Oakland University comes in at $25,990.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for General English Literature graduates at Oakland University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, General English Literature graduates at Oakland University are 84% women (43) and 16% men (8).
General English Literature Bachelor’s Program at Oakland University
Of the 44 bachelor’s general english literature degrees awarded at Oakland University, 86% were women (38) and 14% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General English Literature bachelor’s degree recipients at Oakland University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 40 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 5% of General English Literature bachelor’s degree recipients at Oakland University, lower than the national average of 35%.*
General English Literature Master’s Program at Oakland University
Among the 7 master’s general english literature degrees awarded at Oakland University, 71% were women (5) and 29% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General English Literature master’s degree recipients at Oakland University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 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 Oakland University
The General English Literature program at Oakland University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| English | 51 |
Top-Paying Careers for General English Literature Graduates
Students who finish General English Literature program at Oakland University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for General English Literature graduates, 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.