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Literature in Illinois

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Jobs for Literature Grads in Illinois

There are 7,970 people in the state and 202,870 people in the nation working in Literature jobs.

Literature Jobs Nationwide vs. IL

Wages for Literature Jobs in Illinois

In this state, Literature grads earn an average of $76,101. Nationwide, they make an average of $87,099.

Literature Wages Nationwide vs. IL

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There are 3 colleges in Illinois that offer Literature degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 3 below:

#1

Illinois Wesleyan University

Bloomington
6 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,570 Undergrad Students

Graduates earn a median salary of $50,219 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 45%, getting in takes some planning. 85% of full-time students return after their first year.

#2

Bradley University

Peoria
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,865 Undergrad Students

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $51,073 a year. About 77% of those who apply are admitted. 84% of full-time students return after their first year.

#3

Judson University

Elgin
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
780 Undergrad Students

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $40,559 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 63%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 74%.

Literature Careers in IL

Some of the careers Literature majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary 14% $88,437
Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers 9% $70,619
Editors 3% $100,346
Writers and Authors -4% $63,195

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Literature.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
General English Literature 34,210
Writing Studies 12,869
Other English Literature 1,064

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