English Language & Literature at The University of Alabama
If you are interested in studying English Language & Literature, you may want to check out the program at The University of Alabama. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
The University of Alabama is located in Tuscaloosa, AL.
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Online & Distance Learning at The University of Alabama
Distance learning is available at The University of Alabama. Of 40,846 students, 6,289 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 11,899 (29%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at The University of Alabama
These rankings give you a sense of how The University of Alabama’s English Language & Literature program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #4 of 11 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #8 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #42 of 157 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #117 of 156 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #274 of 783 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #533 of 779 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #4 of 11 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #8 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #42 of 157 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #117 of 156 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #274 of 783 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #533 of 779 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from The University of Alabama
Graduates of The University of Alabama’s English Language & Literature program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $28,212 |
| 2 years | $25,865 |
| 3 years | $27,028 |
| 4 years | $36,956 |
| 5 years | $44,593 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, English Language & Literature graduates from The University of Alabama take home a median $36,956, compared with $64,459 for all The University of Alabama graduates — about 43% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for English Language & Literature graduates from The University of Alabama stands at $22,250.
Best-Paid Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Students who finish English Language & Literature program at The University of Alabama pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying 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 |
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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