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English Language & Literature at Salem State University

English Language & Literature at Salem State University

What traits are you looking for in a school for English Language & Literature, consider the program at Salem State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.

Salem State University sits in Salem, MA.

Online & Distance Learning at Salem State University

Many students take online classes at Salem State University. Of 6,230 students, 836 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,702 (43%) took at least some classes online.

English Language & Literature Rankings at Salem State University

Rankings can help you compare Salem State University’s English Language & Literature program against peer institutions.

Master’s-Level Rankings

Ranking Scope Rank
Best Value Massachusetts #10 of 36
Best Value New England (Region) #16 of 71
Best Schools (Quality) Massachusetts #24 of 36
Best Schools (Quality) New England (Region) #46 of 71
Best Schools (Quality) Nationwide #435 of 783
Best Value Nationwide #439 of 779

Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Salem State University

Graduates of Salem State University’s English Language & Literature program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):

Median earnings by years after graduation for English Language & Literature at Salem State University
Years After Graduation Median Earnings
1 year $27,497
2 years $38,353
3 years $33,222
4 years $36,151
5 years $44,760

How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, English Language & Literature graduates from Salem State University take home a median $36,151, compared with $55,176 for all Salem State University graduates — about 34% lower than the school-wide median.

English Language & Literature earnings compared with all majors at Salem State University

Median Debt at Graduation

Typical debt at graduation for English Language & Literature graduates from Salem State University stands at $27,000.

Top-Paying Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates

Graduates of the English Language & Literature program at Salem State 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

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