English Language & Literature at The University of the South
If you are interested in studying English Language & Literature, consider the program at The University of the South. Get started with the following essential facts.
The University of the South is located in Sewanee, TN.
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Studying Online at The University of the South
Online coursework is an option at The University of the South. Among 1,724 students, 10 (1%) studied exclusively online and 0 (0%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at The University of the South
Rankings can help you compare The University of the South’s English Language & Literature program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #4 of 13 |
| Best Value | Tennessee | #12 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #34 of 157 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #134 of 156 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #230 of 783 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #617 of 779 |
Highest-Paying Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Graduates of the English Language & Literature program at The University of the South go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks 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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