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Literature in Iowa

Literature Schools in Iowa

Jobs for Literature Grads in Iowa

There are 1,490 people in the state and 202,870 people in the nation working in Literature jobs.

Literature Jobs Nationwide vs. IA

Wages for Literature Jobs in Iowa

In this state, Literature grads earn an average of $68,290. Nationwide, they make an average of $87,099.

Literature Wages Nationwide vs. IA

There are 2 colleges in Iowa that offer Literature degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 2 below:

#1

Cornell College

Mount Vernon

Graduates earn a median salary of $34,521 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 81% of applicants. 74% of full-time students return after their first year.

#2

Dordt University

Sioux Center

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $46,256 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 71% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 85%.

Literature Careers in IA

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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