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General English Literature in Connecticut

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General English Literature Schools in Connecticut

In 2020-2021, 582 students earned their English degrees in CT.

In terms of popularity, General English Literature is the 20th most popular major in the state out of a total 244 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of General English Literature Majors in Connecticut

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 522
Master’s Degree 47
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 13
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 13
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 13

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 5.0%
  • Black or African American: 7.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 12.7%
  • White: 65.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.7%
  • Other Races: 7.4%
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Jobs for General English Literature Grads in Connecticut

There are 16,100 people in the state and 1,119,930 people in the nation working in English jobs.

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Wages for General English Literature Jobs in Connecticut

In this state, English grads earn an average of $76,980. Nationwide, they make an average of $64,340.

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There are 10 colleges in Connecticut that offer English degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

140 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
27,215 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $22,974. The full-time teacher rate is 69%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $56,144 a year.

#2

Yale University

New Haven
74 Degrees in Major Awarded
97% Graduation Rate
12,060 Total Students

61% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $72,046 after earning their degree at this institution. The average student takes 4.12 years to complete their degree at Yale.

#3

Wesleyan University

Middletown
63 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
3,053 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.05 years. The student loan default rate is 1.10% which is lower than average. 89% of the teachers are full time.

55 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
4,644 Total Students

The average student takes 4.22 years to complete their degree at ECSU. Graduates earn an average $43,081 after graduation. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1.

50 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
9,331 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $42,096 after graduation. The student loan default rate of 5.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 48% of the teachers are full time.

49 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
10,652 Total Students

In their early career, CCSU grads earn an average salary of $47,806. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 89% of students receive it. The full-time teacher rate is 49%.

#7

Trinity College

Hartford
36 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
2,241 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 85%. The student loan default rate of 1.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. The average student takes 4.06 years to complete their degree at Trinity Bantams.

#8

Fairfield University

Fairfield
24 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
5,513 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. This private institution charges an average net price of $36,633. 97% of students get financical aid.

#9

Connecticut College

New London
20 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
1,737 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $53,562 after graduation. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 74% are considered full time. An average student at Conn College will pay a net price of $30,977.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
9,313 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 36% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.07 years.

General English Literature Careers in CT

Some of the careers English majors go into include:

Job Title CT Job Growth CT Median Salary
English Language and Literature Professors 5% $85,960
High School Teachers -3% $76,770

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

Major Annual Graduates in CT
Writing Studies 54
Literature 15
Other English Literature 15

View all majors related to General English Literature

View Nationwide General English Literature Report

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