Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
Master's degree · Fairfield University · Fairfield, CT
$50,135Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$54,424Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$28,105Median federal debt
22Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies at Fairfield University earn a median of $50,135 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $55,035 four years after graduating (middle half: $32,717–$77,712). Median debt is $28,105, about 56% of first-year earnings.
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies graduates from Fairfield University make?
The median salary is $50,135 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $28,105.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.