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General English Literature in New York

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General English Literature Schools in New York

3,184 students earned English degrees in New York in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, General English Literature is the 23rd most popular major in the state out of a total 336 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of General English Literature Majors in New York

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 2,647
Master’s Degree 250
Associate Degree 118
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 91
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 91
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 91
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 55
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 55
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 55
Post-Master’s Certificate 23
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 23

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of English majors in New York is as follows:

  • Asian: 6.2%
  • Black or African American: 10.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 21.4%
  • White: 52.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 3.0%
  • Other Races: 6.7%
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Jobs for General English Literature Grads in New York

There are 82,530 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 New York

English grads earn an average of $85,300 in the state and $64,340 nationwide.

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

#1

Hunter College

New York
232 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
24,052 Total Students

In their early career, Hunter grads earn an average salary of $45,287. Most students complete their degree in 4.67 years. The student loan default rate of 3.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

166 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
30,135 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $22,823. The student loan default rate of 1.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. The student to faculty ratio is 6 to 1.

139 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
18,148 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $20,703. 76% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1.

#4

Queens College

Queens
130 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
19,700 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $45,538 a year. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $3,469. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 41% are considered full time.

110 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
16,364 Total Students

100% of the teachers are full time. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $38,147. In their early career, Fordham U grads earn an average salary of $58,330.

110 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
15,227 Total Students

In their early career, CCNY grads earn an average salary of $45,588. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $2,805. The 3.60% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#5

Stony Brook University

Stony Brook
110 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
26,782 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $51,975 after earning their degree at this institution. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,119. 76% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

107 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
12,797 Total Students

In their early career, CSI grads earn an average salary of $39,590. This public school has an average net price of $5,872. Of all the students who attend this school, 89% get financial aid.

107 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
17,688 Total Students

A typical student attending UAlbany will pay a net price of $18,355. In their early career, UAlbany grads earn an average salary of $48,562. Of all the students who attend this school, 87% get financial aid.

#10

Lehman College

Bronx
93 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
15,091 Total Students

The 5.50% student loan default rate is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 38% are considered full time. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

General English Literature Careers in NY

Some of the careers English majors go into include:

Job Title NY Job Growth NY Median Salary
English Language and Literature Professors 18% $79,160
High School Teachers 7% $81,290

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

Major Annual Graduates in NY
Writing Studies 850
Literature 288
Other English Literature 98

View all majors related to General English Literature

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