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2023 Most Popular English Language & Literature Graduate Certificate Schools in Pennsylvania

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Finding the Best English Language & Literature Graduate Certificate School for You

In 2020-2021, 2,602 degrees and certificates were awarded to English language and literature students who went to a Pennsylvania college or university. This makes it the #16 most popular major in the state.

When it comes to higher education, there are a lot of options for students. Along with traditional schools that require in-person attendence, you can attend one of many reputable online schools. Some programs even offer a hybrid experience. Alternatively, you may choose a trade school that prepares you to enter the workforce with knowledge in a specific field.

To help you arm yourself with the information you need to make your decision, Course Advisor has developed this Most Popular English Language & Literature Graduate Certificate Schools in Pennsylvania ranking. This report analyzed 12 schools in Pennsylvania to see which ones were the most popular graduate certificate programs 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.

Check out the English language and literature graduate certificate programs at these schools if you want to attend one of the most popular in Pennsylvania.

#1

Marywood University

Scranton, PA

Our analysis found Marywood University to be the most popular school for English language and literature students who want to pursue a graduate certificate in Pennsylvania. Located in the city of Scranton, Marywood is a private not-for-profit school with a small student population.

Full English Language & Literature at Marywood University Report

Our analysis found Millersville University of Pennsylvania to be the most popular school for English language and literature students who want to pursue a graduate certificate in Pennsylvania. Located in the large suburb of Millersville, Millersville is a public school with a moderately-sized student population.

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#1

Lehigh University

Bethlehem, PA

Our analysis found Lehigh University to be the most popular school for English language and literature students who want to pursue a graduate certificate in Pennsylvania. Located in the small city of Bethlehem, Lehigh is a private not-for-profit college with a medium-sized student population.

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#4

Villanova University

Villanova, PA

You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend Villanova University. It ranked #4 on our 2023 Most Popular English Language & Literature Graduate Certificate Schools in Pennsylvania list. Located in the large suburb of Villanova, Villanova is a private not-for-profit school with a large student population.

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#4

Temple University

Philadelphia, PA

A rank of #4 on this year’s list means Temple University is a great place for English language and literature students working on their graduate certificate. Temple is a fairly large public school located in the large city of Philadelphia.

Full English Language & Literature at Temple University Report

A rank of #4 on this year’s list means Washington & Jefferson College is a great place for English language and literature students working on their graduate certificate. Located in the large suburb of Washington, W&J is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.

Full English Language & Literature at Washington & Jefferson College Report

You’ll be in good company if you decide to attend Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania. It ranked #4 on our 2023 Most Popular English Language & Literature Graduate Certificate Schools in Pennsylvania list. Located in the town of Slippery Rock, SRU is a public school with a moderately-sized student population.

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#4

Chatham University

Pittsburgh, PA

Out of the 12 schools in Pennsylvania that were part of this year’s ranking, Chatham University landed the # 4 spot on the list. Located in the large city of Pittsburgh, Chatham is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.

Full English Language & Literature at Chatham University Report

#4

University of the Sciences

Philadelphia, PA

Out of the 12 schools in Pennsylvania that were part of this year’s ranking, University of the Sciences landed the # 4 spot on the list. Located in the city of Philadelphia, USciences is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.

Full English Language & Literature at University of the Sciences Report

A rank of #4 on this year’s list means University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh Campus is a great place for English language and literature students working on their graduate certificate. Located in the large city of Pittsburgh, Pitt is a public college with a fairly large student population.

Full English Language & Literature at University of Pittsburgh - Pittsburgh Campus Report

Best English Language & Literature Colleges in the Middle Atlantic Region

Explore all the Most Popular English Language & Literature Colleges in the Middle Atlantic Area or other specific states within that region.

State Degrees Awarded
New Jersey 1,189
New York 4,365
Maryland 952
Delaware 115
District of Columbia 246

English Language & Literature Majors to Study

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

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 12 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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