English Language & Literature at University of Houston
If you are interested in studying English Language & Literature, take a look at what University of Houston. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Houston is located in Houston, TX.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Houston
Distance learning is available at University of Houston. Of 47,980 students, 5,933 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 26,962 (56%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at University of Houston
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Houston’s English Language & Literature program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #14 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #15 of 65 |
| Best Value | Texas | #22 of 46 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #32 of 64 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #243 of 779 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #264 of 783 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #14 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #15 of 65 |
| Best Value | Texas | #22 of 46 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #32 of 64 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #243 of 779 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #264 of 783 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from University of Houston
Students who complete University of Houston’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 | $35,320 |
| 2 years | $35,834 |
| 3 years | $38,078 |
| 4 years | $45,951 |
| 5 years | $49,431 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, English Language & Literature graduates from University of Houston earn a median of $45,951, compared with $66,496 for all University of Houston graduates — about 31% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for English Language & Literature graduates from University of Houston comes in at $20,375.
Top-Paying Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Students who finish English Language & Literature program at University of Houston 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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