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2023 Most Popular English Language & Literature Associate Degree Schools in the Far Western US Region

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Finding the Best English Language & Literature Associate Degree School for You

Out of all the majors we analyze each year, English language and literature was ranked #17 in the country. In fact 54,635 degrees and certificates were handed out in 2020-2021.

Today's students have lots of options to pick from when considering higher education opportunities. As online education oppotunities continue to grow, you're not restricted to just schools in your local area anymore. Even some of the 'big name' schools are offering online courses. Also, there are a number of trade schools with offerings that you might find attractive.

To help you arm yourself with the information you need to make your decision, Course Advisor has developed this Most Popular English Language & Literature Associate Degree Schools in the Far Western US Region ranking. Our analysis looked at 116 schools in the Far Western US Region to see which associate degree programs were the most popular for students. To create this ranking we looked at how many students graduated from the English Language & Literature program at each school on the list.

The following schools top our list of the Most Popular English Language & Literature Associate Degree Colleges.

#1

Citrus College

Glendora, CA

Our 2023 rankings named Citrus College the most popular school in the Far Western US Region for English language and literature students working on their associate degree. Located in the suburb of Glendora, Citrus College is a public school with a moderately-sized student population.

Women make up 70% of the English language and literature majors at the school.

Full English Language & Literature at Citrus College Report

#2

Pasadena City College

Pasadena, CA

A rank of #2 on this year’s list means Pasadena City College is a great place for English language and literature students working on their associate degree. Located in the midsize city of Pasadena, Pasadena City College is a public college with a fairly large student population.

Women make up 73% of the English language and literature majors at the school.

Read full report on English Language & Literature at Pasadena City College

#3

Chaffey College

Rancho Cucamonga, CA

The in-demand associate degree programs at Chaffey College helped the school earn the #3 place on this year’s ranking of the most popular English language and literature schools in the Far Western US Region . Located in the suburb of Rancho Cucamonga, Chaffey College is a public college with a fairly large student population.

Women make up 74% of the English language and literature majors at the school.

Full English Language & Literature at Chaffey College Report

#4

El Camino College

Torrance, CA

You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend El Camino College. It ranked #4 on our 2023 Most Popular English Language & Literature Associate Degree Schools in the Far Western US Region list. El Camino College is a fairly large public school located in the suburb of Torrance.

About 72% of the students majoring in English language and literature at the school are women while 28% are male.

Read full report on English Language & Literature at El Camino College

#5

Fullerton College

Fullerton, CA

The in-demand associate degree programs at Fullerton College helped the school earn the #5 place on this year’s ranking of the most popular English language and literature schools in the Far Western US Region . Fullerton College is a fairly large public school located in the suburb of Fullerton.

About 88% of the students majoring in English language and literature at the school are women while 13% are male.

Full English Language & Literature at Fullerton College Report

#6

Laney College

Oakland, CA

Laney College did quite well in this year’s ranking of the most popular places for English language and literature students to get a associate degree. It came in at #6 on the list. Laney College is a moderately-sized public school located in the large city of Oakland.

Women make up 62% of the English language and literature majors at the school.

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Mt. San Antonio College ranked #7 on this year’s Most Popular English Language & Literature Associate Degree Schools in the Far Western US Region list. Mt. SAC is a fairly large public school located in the suburb of Walnut.

Of the 51 students majoring in English language and literature at Mt. SAC, 33% are male and 67% are female.

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#8

Riverside City College

Riverside, CA

Riverside City College landed the #8 spot in the 2023 rankings for the most popular associate degree English language and literature programs. Riverside City College is a fairly large public school located in the large city of Riverside.

About 79% of the students majoring in English language and literature at the school are women while 21% are male.

Full English Language & Literature at Riverside City College Report

#9

Cerritos College

Norwalk, CA

With a ranking of #9, Cerritos College did quite well on this year’s most popular schools for English language and literature students working on their associate degree. Located in the large suburb of Norwalk, Cerritos College is a public school with a large student population.

Of the 46 students majoring in English language and literature at Cerritos College, 30% are male and 70% are female.

Full English Language & Literature at Cerritos College Report

#10

Modesto Junior College

Modesto, CA

With a ranking of #10, Modesto Junior College did quite well on this year’s most popular schools for English language and literature students working on their associate degree. MJC is a large public school located in the city of Modesto.

Women make up 59% of the English language and literature majors at the school.

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#10

Butte College

Oroville, CA

Butte College landed the #10 spot in the 2023 rankings for the most popular associate degree English language and literature programs. Located in the rural area of Oroville, Butte College is a public school with a medium-sized student population.

About 77% of the students majoring in English language and literature at the school are women while 23% are male.

Read full report on English Language & Literature at Butte College

#12

Diablo Valley College

Pleasant Hill, CA

Diablo Valley College ranked #12 on this year’s Most Popular English Language & Literature Associate Degree Schools in the Far Western US Region list. Diablo Valley is a fairly large public school located in the large suburb of Pleasant Hill.

Women make up 72% of the English language and literature majors at the school.

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#13

Saddleback College

Mission Viejo, CA

Saddleback College did quite well in this year’s ranking of the most popular places for English language and literature students to get a associate degree. It came in at #13 on the list. Located in the suburb of Mission Viejo, Saddleback College is a public college with a fairly large student population.

About 67% of the students majoring in English language and literature at the school are women while 33% are male.

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#13

Bakersfield College

Bakersfield, CA

Bakersfield College landed the #13 spot in the 2023 rankings for the most popular associate degree English language and literature programs. Bakersfield College is a fairly large public school located in the large city of Bakersfield.

Women make up 81% of the English language and literature majors at the school.

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#15

College of the Canyons

Santa Clarita, CA

With a ranking of #15, College of the Canyons did quite well on this year’s most popular schools for English language and literature students working on their associate degree. College of the Canyons is a large public school located in the large suburb of Santa Clarita.

Women make up 80% of the English language and literature majors at the school.

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#16

Long Beach City College

Long Beach, CA

Long Beach City College landed the #16 spot in the 2023 rankings for the most popular associate degree English language and literature programs. Located in the city of Long Beach, Long Beach City College is a public school with a very large student population.

About 60% of the students majoring in English language and literature at the school are women while 40% are male.

Full English Language & Literature at Long Beach City College Report

#17

Southwestern College

Chula Vista, CA

Southwestern College ranked #17 on this year’s Most Popular English Language & Literature Associate Degree Schools in the Far Western US Region list. Located in the city of Chula Vista, SWC Chula Vista is a public college with a fairly large student population.

About 51% of the students majoring in English language and literature at the school are women while 49% are male.

Full English Language & Literature at Southwestern College Report

#17

San Diego Mesa College

San Diego, CA

San Diego Mesa College ranked #17 on this year’s Most Popular English Language & Literature Associate Degree Schools in the Far Western US Region list. San Diego Mesa College is a large public school located in the city of San Diego.

Of the 39 students majoring in English language and literature at San Diego Mesa College, 33% are male and 67% are female.

Full English Language & Literature at San Diego Mesa College Report

#17

College of Southern Nevada

Las Vegas, NV

College of Southern Nevada came in at #17 in this year’s edition of the Most Popular English Language & Literature Associate Degree Schools in the Far Western US Region ranking. Located in the city of Las Vegas, CSN is a public college with a very large student population.

Of the 39 students majoring in English language and literature at CSN, 18% are male and 82% are female.

Read full report on English Language & Literature at College of Southern Nevada

Honorable Mentions

These are some additional schools worth mentioning that are also popular but just didn't quite make the cut to earn our top Most Popular English Language & Literature Associate Degree Schools in the Far Western US Region award.

Rank College Location
20 Antelope Valley College Lancaster, CA
21 Mt. San Jacinto College San Jacinto, CA
21 Sierra College Rocklin, CA
23 College of the Desert Palm Desert, CA

Best English Language & Literature Colleges by State

Explore the best English language and literature colleges for a specific state in the Far Western US region.

State Degrees Awarded
California 7,609
Washington 896
Oregon 524
Hawaii 111
Nevada 290
Alaska 52

English Language & Literature Majors to Study

Major Annual Graduates
General English Literature 40,481
Writing Studies 12,529
English Literature (Other) 942
Literature 683

Majors Similar to English Language & Literature

Related Major Annual Graduates
Liberal Arts / Sciences & Humanities 556,813
Visual & Performing Arts 149,215
Foreign Languages & Linguistics 33,333
Theology & Religious Vocations 27,459
Philosophy & Religious Studies 19,993

Notes and References

*These averages are for the top 26 schools only.

  • The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), a branch of the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) serves as the core of the rest of our data about colleges.
  • Some other college data, including much of the graduate earnings data, comes from the U.S. Department of Education’s (College Scorecard).
  • Credit for the banner image above goes to Mike Hazard.

More about our data sources and methodologies.

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