English Language & Literature at Metropolitan State University
If you are interested in studying English Language & Literature, take a look at what Metropolitan State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Metropolitan State University is in Saint Paul, MN.
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Online Class Availability at Metropolitan State University
Online coursework is an option at Metropolitan State University. Of 6,660 students, 3,119 (47%) studied exclusively online and 2,324 (35%) took at least some classes online.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Metropolitan State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Metropolitan State University’s English Language & Literature program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Minnesota | #9 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #18 of 19 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #34 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #52 of 57 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #475 of 779 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #617 of 783 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Minnesota | #9 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #18 of 19 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #34 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #52 of 57 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #475 of 779 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #617 of 783 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Metropolitan State University
Graduates of Metropolitan 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 | $37,320 |
| 2 years | $39,179 |
| 3 years | $35,843 |
| 4 years | $40,121 |
| 5 years | $47,847 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, English Language & Literature graduates from Metropolitan State University take home a median $40,121, compared with $61,812 for all Metropolitan State University graduates — about 35% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for English Language & Literature graduates from Metropolitan State University comes in at $26,590.
Highest-Paying Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Those who complete English Language & Literature program at Metropolitan State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying 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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