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English Language in North Carolina

English Language Schools in North Carolina

In 2022-2023, 1,178 students earned their English Language degrees in NC.

In terms of popularity, English Language is the 34th most popular major in the state out of a total 454 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of English Language Majors in North Carolina

English Language majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 193
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 35
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 35
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 35
Post-Master’s Certificate 5
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 5

Gender Distribution

In North Carolina, a english language major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of english language majors in North Carolina is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.9%
  • Black or African American: 11.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.6%
  • White: 69.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.7%
  • Other Races: 8.0%
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Jobs for English Language Grads in North Carolina

In this state, there are 27,960 people employed in jobs related to an english language degree, compared to 1,119,930 nationwide.

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Wages for English Language Jobs in North Carolina

In this state, english language grads earn an average of $47,580. Nationwide, they make an average of $64,340.

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There are 10 colleges in North Carolina that offer english language degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

38 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
28,798 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 76% are considered full time. The average student takes 4.44 years to complete their degree at ECU. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,703.

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24 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
36,042 Total Students

16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,563. The average student takes 4.34 years to complete their degree at NC State.

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24 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
30,146 Total Students

75% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $15,018. 71% of the teachers are full time.

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Duke University

Durham
16 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
16,172 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $30,785. 57% of students get financical aid. 94% of the teachers are full time.

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16 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
17,915 Total Students

74% of students get financical aid. 71% of the teachers are full time. This public school has an average net price of $19,442.

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Gardner - Webb University

Boiling Springs
14 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
3,536 Total Students

An average student at Gardner - Webb will pay a net price of $20,984. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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11 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
30,092 Total Students

69% of the teachers are full time. 59% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.

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11 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
12,243 Total Students

73% of the teachers are full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. Most students complete their degree in 4.35 years.

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8 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
20,023 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 70% get financial aid. 16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Most students complete their degree in 4.31 years.

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7 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
19,764 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1. 75% of the teachers are full time. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $10,907.

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English Language Careers in NC

Some of the careers english language majors go into include:

Job Title NC Job Growth NC Median Salary
English Language and Literature Professors 9% $58,480
High School Teachers 8% $46,760

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