English Language & Literature at Virginia Commonwealth University
If you are interested in studying English Language & Literature, consider the program at Virginia Commonwealth University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Virginia Commonwealth University is located in Richmond, VA.
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Online Class Availability at Virginia Commonwealth University
Online coursework is an option at Virginia Commonwealth University. Of 28,464 students, 2,830 (10%) studied exclusively online and 15,400 (54%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Virginia Commonwealth University
Rankings can help you compare Virginia Commonwealth University’s English Language & Literature program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Virginia | #6 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #9 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #36 of 157 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #96 of 156 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #233 of 783 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #453 of 779 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Virginia Commonwealth University
Graduates of Virginia Commonwealth University’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 | $24,182 |
| 2 years | $29,545 |
| 3 years | $33,679 |
| 4 years | $39,808 |
| 5 years | $46,439 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, English Language & Literature graduates from Virginia Commonwealth University take home a median $39,808, compared with $64,528 for all Virginia Commonwealth University graduates — about 38% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for English Language & Literature graduates from Virginia Commonwealth University stands at $22,750.
Highest-Paying Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Those who complete English Language & Literature program at Virginia Commonwealth University 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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