English Language & Literature at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
What traits are you looking for in a school for English Language & Literature, you may want to check out the program at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is located in Milwaukee, WI.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Online coursework is an option at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Of 22,450 students, 3,134 (14%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 11,401 (51%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Use these rankings to compare University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s English Language & Literature program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #11 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #13 of 14 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #47 of 93 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #71 of 93 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #374 of 779 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #624 of 783 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #11 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #13 of 14 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #47 of 93 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #71 of 93 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #374 of 779 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #624 of 783 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Graduates of University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s English Language & Literature program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $37,920 |
| 2 years | $41,528 |
| 3 years | $30,578 |
| 4 years | $36,878 |
| 5 years | $42,815 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, English Language & Literature graduates from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee report median earnings of $36,878, compared with $56,986 for all University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee graduates — about 35% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for English Language & Literature graduates from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is $26,291.
Top-Paying Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Students who finish English Language & Literature program at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee pursue many career paths. Below are the top-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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