English at Shepherd University
If you are interested in studying English, take a look at what Shepherd University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Shepherd University is located in Shepherdstown, WV.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 16 english graduations were recorded at Shepherd University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Shepherd University
Online coursework is an option at Shepherd University. Of 3,339 students, 461 (14%) studied exclusively online and 1,673 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for English graduates at Shepherd University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, English graduates at Shepherd University are 69% women (11) and 31% men (5).
English Bachelor’s Program at Shepherd University
Among the 16 bachelor’s english degrees awarded at Shepherd University, 69% were women (11) and 31% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of English bachelor’s degree recipients at Shepherd University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 12% of English bachelor’s degree recipients at Shepherd University, below the national average of 35%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for English Graduates
Students who finish English program at Shepherd University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid 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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