English Language & Literature at American Public University System
If you are interested in studying English Language & Literature, consider the program at American Public University System. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
American Public University System is in Charles Town, WV.
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Online & Distance Learning at American Public University System
American Public University System delivers its programs entirely online, so English Language & Literature coursework can be completed remotely.
English Language & Literature Rankings at American Public University System
Use these rankings to compare American Public University System’s English Language & Literature program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | West Virginia | #3 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #5 of 5 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #45 of 156 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #150 of 157 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #241 of 779 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #771 of 783 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from American Public University System
Students who complete American Public University System’s English Language & Literature program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,898 |
| 2 years | $30,771 |
| 3 years | $28,288 |
| 4 years | $34,466 |
| 5 years | $40,154 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, English Language & Literature graduates from American Public University System report median earnings of $34,466, compared with $59,701 for all American Public University System graduates — about 42% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for English Language & Literature graduates from American Public University System comes in at $35,094.
Best-Paid Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Students who finish English Language & Literature program at American Public University System work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for English Language & Literature graduates, 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 |
| Proofreaders and Copy Markers | $30,503 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.