Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
Bachelor's degree · California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt · Arcata, CA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies at California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt earn a median of $34,309 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $48,471 four years after graduating (middle half: $32,167–$67,306). Median debt is $15,750, about 46% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of California-Berkeley Berkeley | $44,553 | $13,000 |
| Pepperdine University Malibu | $33,228 | $23,013 |
| San Francisco State University San Francisco | $32,431 | $16,689 |
| California State University-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $28,725 | $12,500 |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $26,636 | $19,131 |
| Chapman University Orange | $23,939 | — |
| California State University-Long Beach Long Beach | $21,854 | $15,000 |
| University of California-Riverside Riverside | $21,765 | $20,783 |
| California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino | $20,726 | $16,254 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies graduates from California State Polytechnic University-Humboldt make?
The median salary is $34,309 one year after graduation and $52,626 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $15,750.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.