English Language & Literature at Western Carolina University
If you are interested in studying English Language & Literature, take a look at what Western Carolina University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Western Carolina University is located in Cullowhee, NC.
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Online & Distance Learning at Western Carolina University
Many students take online classes at Western Carolina University. Among 11,686 students, 2,836 (24%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,047 (26%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Western Carolina University
Rankings can help you compare Western Carolina University’s English Language & Literature program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | North Carolina | #7 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #19 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #49 of 156 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #123 of 157 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #274 of 779 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #688 of 783 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Western Carolina University
Graduates of Western Carolina University’s English Language & Literature program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $30,162 |
| 2 years | $26,519 |
| 3 years | $30,251 |
| 4 years | $35,970 |
| 5 years | $35,809 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, English Language & Literature graduates from Western Carolina University report median earnings of $35,970, compared with $52,554 for all Western Carolina University graduates — about 32% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for English Language & Literature graduates from Western Carolina University stands at $25,000.
Top-Paying Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Those who complete English Language & Literature program at Western Carolina 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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