General English Literature at American Public University System
If you plan to study General English Literature, take a look at what American Public University System. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
American Public University System is located in Charles Town, WV.
During the most recent reporting year, 72 general english literature graduations were recorded at American Public University System.
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Studying Online at American Public University System
American Public University System operates as a distance-education institution, so General English Literature coursework can be completed remotely.
General English Literature Rankings at American Public University System
These rankings give you a sense of how American Public University System’s General English Literature program against other schools offering the same major.
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) | #38 of 135 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #130 of 136 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #217 of 675 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #668 of 678 |
Earnings for General English Literature Graduates from American Public University System
Those who finish American Public University System’s General English 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, General English 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 General English Literature graduates from American Public University System comes in at $35,094.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of General English Literature graduates at American Public University System, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, General English Literature graduates at American Public University System are 74% women (53) and 26% men (19).
General English Literature Bachelor’s Program at American Public University System
Among the 72 bachelor’s general english literature graduates at American Public University System, 74% were women (53) and 26% were men (19).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General English Literature bachelor’s degree recipients at American Public University System.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 51 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 9 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 25% of General English Literature bachelor’s degree recipients at American Public University System, lower than the national average of 35%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific General English Literature Concentrations at American Public University System
The General English Literature program at American Public University System offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| English | 72 |
Highest-Paying Careers for General English Literature Graduates
Students who finish General English Literature program at American Public University System work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-paying careers for General English Literature majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | $88,437 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
| 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.