English Language & Literature at Western Connecticut State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for English Language & Literature, take a look at what Western Connecticut State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Western Connecticut State University is located in Danbury, CT.
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Online & Distance Learning at Western Connecticut State University
Online coursework is an option at Western Connecticut State University. Among 4,169 students, 397 (10%) studied exclusively online and 1,818 (44%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Western Connecticut State University
Rankings can help you compare Western Connecticut State University’s English Language & Literature program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Connecticut | #4 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Connecticut | #14 of 14 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #22 of 71 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #65 of 71 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #461 of 779 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #643 of 783 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Western Connecticut State University
Those who finish Western Connecticut State 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 | $19,644 |
| 2 years | $25,955 |
| 3 years | $28,900 |
| 4 years | $35,062 |
| 5 years | $36,844 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, English Language & Literature graduates from Western Connecticut State University earn a median of $35,062, compared with $53,070 for all Western Connecticut State University graduates — about 34% lower than the school-wide median.
Top-Paying Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Graduates of the English Language & Literature program at Western Connecticut State University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid 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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