General English Literature at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
If you plan to study General English Literature, you may want to check out the program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale is located in Carbondale, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 24 general english literature degrees were awarded at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
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Studying Online at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Distance learning is available at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale. Of 11,790 students, 2,272 (19%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,360 (28%) took at least some classes online.
General English Literature Rankings at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Use these rankings to compare Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s General English Literature program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #12 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #23 of 23 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #48 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #79 of 79 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #402 of 675 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #672 of 678 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #12 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #23 of 23 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #48 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #79 of 79 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #402 of 675 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #672 of 678 |
Earnings for General English Literature Graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Graduates of Southern Illinois University-Carbondale’s General English Literature program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $23,163 |
| 3 years | $28,837 |
| 4 years | $36,390 |
| 5 years | $36,811 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, General English Literature graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale report median earnings of $36,390, compared with $58,303 for all Southern Illinois University-Carbondale graduates — about 38% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for General English Literature graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale comes in at $26,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for General English Literature graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, General English Literature graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale are 67% women (16) and 33% men (8).
General English Literature Bachelor’s Program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Of the 12 bachelor’s general english literature graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, 58% were women (7) and 42% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General English Literature bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 17% of General English Literature bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, below the national average of 35%.*
General English Literature Master’s Program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Of the 6 master’s general english literature graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, 83% were women (5) and 17% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General English Literature master’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
General English Literature Doctoral Program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Among the 6 doctoral general english literature graduates at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, 67% were women (4) and 33% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General English Literature doctoral degree recipients at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
*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 Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
This General English Literature program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| English | 24 |
Best-Paid Careers for General English Literature Graduates
Those who complete General English Literature program at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for General English Literature majors, 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
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