English at Willamette University
If you are interested in studying English, take a look at what Willamette University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Willamette University is located in Salem, OR.
During the most recent reporting year, 12 english degrees were awarded at Willamette University.
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Studying Online at Willamette University
Willamette University delivers most coursework on campus; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of English graduates at Willamette University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, English graduates at Willamette University are 67% women (8) and 33% men (4).
English Bachelor’s Program at Willamette University
Of the 12 bachelor’s english graduates at Willamette University, 67% were women (8) and 33% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of English bachelor’s degree recipients at Willamette University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 17% of English bachelor’s degree recipients at Willamette 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.
Top-Paying Careers for English Graduates
Graduates of the English program at Willamette University go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-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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