English Language & Literature at Occidental College
If you are interested in studying English Language & Literature, take a look at what Occidental College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Occidental College is located in Los Angeles, CA.
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Online Class Availability at Occidental College
Occidental College delivers most coursework on campus; distance-education enrollment is limited.
English Language & Literature Rankings at Occidental College
Use these rankings to compare Occidental College’s English Language & Literature program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #113 of 122 |
| Best Value | California | #115 of 121 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #144 of 158 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #150 of 157 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #679 of 783 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #753 of 779 |
Earnings for English Language & Literature Graduates from Occidental College
Those who finish Occidental College’s English Language & Literature program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,830 |
Highest-Paying Careers for English Language & Literature Graduates
Graduates of the English Language & Literature program at Occidental College pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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