General English Literature at University of Illinois Springfield
If you plan to study General English Literature, you may want to check out the program at University of Illinois Springfield. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Illinois Springfield is located in Springfield, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 17 general english literature degrees were granted at University of Illinois Springfield.
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Online Class Availability at University of Illinois Springfield
Distance learning is available at University of Illinois Springfield. Among 4,628 students, 2,191 (47%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,660 (36%) took at least some classes online.
General English Literature Rankings at University of Illinois Springfield
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Illinois Springfield’s General English Literature program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #3 of 23 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #11 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #22 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #76 of 79 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #176 of 675 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #648 of 678 |
Earnings for General English Literature Graduates from University of Illinois Springfield
Graduates of University of Illinois Springfield’s General English Literature program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $21,316 |
| 2 years | $25,194 |
| 4 years | $35,500 |
| 5 years | $41,513 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, General English Literature graduates from University of Illinois Springfield take home a median $35,500, compared with $73,367 for all University of Illinois Springfield graduates — about 52% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General English Literature graduates from University of Illinois Springfield comes in at $32,574.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for General English Literature graduates at University of Illinois Springfield, by degree type.
Program-wide, General English Literature graduates at University of Illinois Springfield are 94% women (16) and 6% men (1).
General English Literature Bachelor’s Program at University of Illinois Springfield
Among the 17 bachelor’s general english literature degrees awarded at University of Illinois Springfield, 94% were women (16) and 6% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General English Literature bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Springfield.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 29% of General English Literature bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Illinois Springfield, lower than the national average of 35%.*
*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 University of Illinois Springfield
This General English Literature program at University of Illinois Springfield includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| English | 17 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General English Literature Graduates
Those who complete General English Literature program at University of Illinois Springfield pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.