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General English Literature Schools in Arkansas

In 2020-2021, 298 students earned their English degrees in AR.

In this state, General English Literature is the 26th most popular major out of a total 239 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of General English Literature Majors in Arkansas

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 271
Master’s Degree 24
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 3
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 3

Gender Distribution

In Arkansas, a English major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of English majors in Arkansas is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.3%
  • Black or African American: 8.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 5.0%
  • White: 76.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.7%
  • Other Races: 5.7%
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Jobs for General English Literature Grads in Arkansas

12,090 people in the state and 1,119,930 in the nation are employed in jobs related to English.

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Wages for General English Literature Jobs in Arkansas

English grads earn an average of $51,780 in the state and $64,340 nationwide.

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There are 12 colleges in Arkansas that offer English degrees. Learn about the most popular 12 below:

#1

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville
76 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
27,562 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $43,807 after graduation. 87% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The 4.10% student loan default rate is lower than average.

26 Degrees in Major Awarded
41% Graduation Rate
10,335 Total Students

15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.80%. Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid.

26 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
13,106 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $14,189. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. In their early career, A-State grads earn an average salary of $32,687.

#4

Arkansas Tech University

Russellville
25 Degrees in Major Awarded
42% Graduation Rate
10,829 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.48 years to graduate. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $11,721. The student loan default rate is 5.80% which is lower than average.

25 Degrees in Major Awarded
35% Graduation Rate
8,899 Total Students

100% of the teachers are full time. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,065.

16 Degrees in Major Awarded
34% Graduation Rate
3,163 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.51 years. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,902.

#7

Hendrix College

Conway
14 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
1,077 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $19,746. The average student takes 4.08 years to complete their degree at Hendrix. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

13 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
4,617 Total Students

In their early career, Harding grads earn an average salary of $39,240. Most students complete their degree in 4.34 years. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
21% Graduation Rate
2,645 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. Most students complete their degree in 4.65 years. 100% of the teachers are full time.

#9

Lyon College

Batesville
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
665 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $20,706. 100% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1.

#9

John Brown University

Siloam Springs
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
2,343 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $21,957. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $41,915 after earning their degree at this institution. Most students complete their degree in 4.16 years.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
33% Graduation Rate
5,887 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 69% are considered full time. The average student takes 4.56 years to complete their degree at UAFS. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $9,062.

General English Literature Careers in AR

Some of the careers English majors go into include:

Job Title AR Job Growth AR Median Salary
English Language and Literature Professors 13% $50,990
High School Teachers 9% $50,760

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

Major Annual Graduates in AR
Writing Studies 113

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