English Language & Literature at Columbus State University
If you plan to study English Language & Literature, you may want to check out the program at Columbus State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Columbus State University is in Columbus, GA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Columbus State University
Many students take online classes at Columbus State University. Among 7,913 students, 2,575 (33%) studied exclusively online and 3,296 (42%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Columbus State University
Use these rankings to compare Columbus State University’s English Language & Literature program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Georgia | #12 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #23 of 25 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #55 of 156 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #147 of 157 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #293 of 779 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #764 of 783 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Columbus State University
Those who finish Columbus State University’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 | $24,252 |
| 3 years | $32,236 |
| 4 years | $40,376 |
| 5 years | $41,125 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, English Language & Literature graduates from Columbus State University earn a median of $40,376, compared with $52,011 for all Columbus State University graduates — about 22% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for English Language & Literature graduates from Columbus State University stands at $29,114.
Best-Paid Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Those who complete English Language & Literature program at Columbus State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for English Language & Literature majors, 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
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