English Language & Literature at Metropolitan State University of Denver
If you plan to study English Language & Literature, consider the program at Metropolitan State University of Denver. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Metropolitan State University of Denver is in Denver, CO.
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Online & Distance Learning at Metropolitan State University of Denver
Many students take online classes at Metropolitan State University of Denver. Of 18,453 students, 4,515 (24%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,384 (40%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Metropolitan State University of Denver
Use these rankings to compare Metropolitan State University of Denver’s English Language & Literature program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Colorado | #1 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #6 of 14 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #11 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #12 of 30 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #278 of 779 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #385 of 783 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver
Those who finish Metropolitan State University of Denver’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 | $36,167 |
| 2 years | $37,759 |
| 3 years | $41,091 |
| 4 years | $44,871 |
| 5 years | $49,325 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, English Language & Literature graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver report median earnings of $44,871, compared with $53,722 for all Metropolitan State University of Denver graduates — about 16% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for English Language & Literature graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver stands at $24,999.
Top-Paying Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Graduates of the English Language & Literature program at Metropolitan State University of Denver go on to a range of careers. 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
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