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English Language & Literature in District of Columbia

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English Language & Literature Schools in District of Columbia

In 2020-2021, 246 students earned their English Language & Literature degrees in DC.

As a degree choice, English Language & Literature is the 21st most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of English Language & Literature Majors in District of Columbia

English Language & Literature majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 179
Master’s Degree 60
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 7
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 7
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 7

Gender Distribution

In District of Columbia, a English language and literature major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of English language and literature majors in District of Columbia is as follows:

  • Asian: 6.9%
  • Black or African American: 18.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 9.3%
  • White: 52.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 4.5%
  • Other Races: 7.7%
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Jobs for English Language & Literature Grads in District of Columbia

In this state, there are 10,650 people employed in jobs related to an English language and literature degree, compared to 1,494,990 nationwide.

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Wages for English Language & Literature Jobs in District of Columbia

English Language & Literature grads earn an average of $89,710 in the state and $73,090 nationwide.

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There are 8 colleges in District of Columbia that offer English language and literature degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

#1

Georgetown University

Washington
83 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
19,371 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $32,108. Most students complete their degree in 4.05 years. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $71,107 after earning their degree at this institution.

54 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
27,017 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 53% are considered full time. 13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Graduates earn an average $62,584 after graduation.

#3

American University

Washington
43 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
14,001 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $40,088. Graduates earn an average $55,945 after graduation. The student loan default rate is 1.70% which is lower than average.

#4

Howard University

Washington
27 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
10,859 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $41,388. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $43,792 after earning their degree at this institution. It takes the average student 4.23 years to graduate.

21 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
5,366 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 2.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. It takes the average student 4.11 years to graduate. The student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1.

#6

Gallaudet University

Washington
11 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
1,451 Total Students

6 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. It takes the average student 4.58 years to graduate.

6 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
3,725 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 34%. In their early career, University of the District of Columbia grads earn an average salary of $32,237. A typical student attending University of the District of Columbia will pay a net price of $16,001.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
28% Graduation Rate
1,846 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 29% are considered full time. Graduates earn an average $38,007 after graduation. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

English Language & Literature Careers in DC

Some of the careers English language and literature majors go into include:

Job Title DC Job Growth DC Median Salary
Technical Writers 17% $84,270
High School Teachers 15% $62,500
Professors 10% $0
English Language and Literature Professors 9% $91,510
Editors 7% $80,210
Writers and Authors 5% $100,210

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to English language and literature.

Major Annual Graduates in DC
Visual & Performing Arts 586
Theology & Religious Vocations 340
Foreign Languages & Linguistics 293
Philosophy & Religious Studies 210
Liberal Arts & Humanities 145

View all majors related to English Language & Literature

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