English Language & Literature at Portland State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for English Language & Literature, consider the program at Portland State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Portland State University is in Portland, OR.
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Online Class Availability at Portland State University
Online coursework is an option at Portland State University. Of 19,951 students, 3,460 (17%) studied exclusively online and 7,027 (35%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Portland State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Portland State University’s English Language & Literature program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Oregon | #1 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #7 of 13 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #95 of 157 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #103 of 158 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #250 of 779 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #512 of 783 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Portland State University
Graduates of Portland State 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 | $33,316 |
| 2 years | $29,539 |
| 3 years | $32,738 |
| 4 years | $39,704 |
| 5 years | $48,857 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, English Language & Literature graduates from Portland State University earn a median of $39,704, compared with $56,923 for all Portland State University graduates — about 30% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for English Language & Literature graduates from Portland State University stands at $24,546.
Best-Paid Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Students who finish English Language & Literature program at Portland State University pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-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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