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Writing Studies Schools in Michigan

84 Writing students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In terms of popularity, Writing Studies is the 73rd most popular major in the state out of a total 242 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Writing Studies Majors in Michigan

Writing majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 66
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 16
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 16
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 16
Post-Master’s Certificate 2
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 2

Gender Distribution

In Michigan, a writing major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of writing majors in Michigan is as follows:

  • Asian: 4.8%
  • Black or African American: 10.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 8.3%
  • White: 57.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 8.3%
  • Other Races: 10.7%
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Jobs for Writing Studies Grads in Michigan

There are 6,240 people in the state and 443,420 people in the nation working in writing jobs.

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Wages for Writing Studies Jobs in Michigan

A typical salary for a writing grad in the state is $60,850, compared to a typical salary of $75,500 nationwide.

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There are 8 colleges in Michigan that offer writing degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

25 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
47,907 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 1.30% which is lower than average. 66% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. This public school has an average net price of $14,878.

#2

Central Michigan University

Mount Pleasant
13 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
17,311 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. Graduates earn an average $42,092 after graduation. The student loan default rate is 4.80% which is lower than average.

13 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
49,695 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 71% get financial aid. The student loan default rate is 2.60% which is lower than average. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $50,137 after earning their degree at this institution.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
7,368 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.52 years. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $15,214. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 95% of students receive it.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
16,294 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $39,128 after graduation. The student loan default rate is 7.10% which is lower than average. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
6,873 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $15,384. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 91% are considered full time. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
19,887 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 69% are considered full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 5.60%. Graduates earn an average $40,533 after graduation.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
2,812 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.20%. Most students complete their degree in 4.77 years. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $33,391.

Writing Studies Careers in MI

Some of the careers writing majors go into include:

Job Title MI Job Growth MI Median Salary
English Language and Literature Professors 10% $73,650
Professors 9% $0
Technical Writers 9% $66,510
Writers and Authors 8% $54,580
Editors -4% $52,740

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to writing.

Major Annual Graduates in MI
General English Literature 65
Literature 14

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