English Language & Literature at Western Kentucky University
If you are interested in studying English Language & Literature, you may want to check out the program at Western Kentucky University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Western Kentucky University is in Bowling Green, KY.
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Online Class Availability at Western Kentucky University
Distance learning is available at Western Kentucky University. Of 16,291 students, 3,505 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,624 (41%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Western Kentucky University
These rankings give you a sense of how Western Kentucky University’s English Language & Literature program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #6 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #7 of 12 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #37 of 156 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #118 of 157 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #218 of 779 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #670 of 783 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Western Kentucky University
Those who finish Western Kentucky 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 | $20,734 |
| 2 years | $26,009 |
| 3 years | $28,104 |
| 4 years | $36,801 |
| 5 years | $38,385 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, English Language & Literature graduates from Western Kentucky University take home a median $36,801, compared with $48,728 for all Western Kentucky University graduates — about 24% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for English Language & Literature graduates from Western Kentucky University is $23,232.
Best-Paid Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Students who finish English Language & Literature program at Western Kentucky University go on to a range of careers. 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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