English at Salem State University
If you plan to study English, take a look at what Salem State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Salem State University is located in Salem, MA.
During the most recent reporting year, 45 english degrees were awarded at Salem State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Salem State University
Distance learning is available at Salem State University. Among 6,230 students, 836 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,702 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of English graduates at Salem State University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, English graduates at Salem State University are 80% women (36) and 20% men (9).
English Bachelor’s Program at Salem State University
Of the 34 bachelor’s english degrees awarded at Salem State University, 82% were women (28) and 18% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of English bachelor’s degree recipients at Salem State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 17 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 12% of English bachelor’s degree recipients at Salem State University, below the national average of 35%.*
English Master’s Program at Salem State University
Of the 11 master’s english degrees awarded at Salem State University, 73% were women (8) and 27% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of English master’s degree recipients at Salem State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Unknown | 2 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for English Graduates
Those who complete English program at Salem State University go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-paying careers for English 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
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