English Language and Literature, General

Bachelor's degree · Dalton State College · Dalton, GA

CIP 23.01

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$45,747Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
18Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in English Language and Literature, General at Dalton State College earn a median of $17,224. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $48,590 four years after graduating (middle half: $33,654–$63,810).

English Language and Literature, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Georgia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Emory University
Atlanta
$36,019$21,000
University of North Georgia
Dahlonega
$35,733$23,483
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro
$32,811$21,500
Spelman College
Atlanta
$31,129$25,314
Valdosta State University
Valdosta
$29,121$27,536
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw
$26,801$24,562
Georgia College & State University
Milledgeville
$26,308$25,250
Georgia State University
Atlanta
$25,559$23,250
Morehouse College
Atlanta
$24,659$26,000
University of West Georgia
Carrollton
$24,055$24,875
Columbus State University
Columbus
$23,987$28,000
University of Georgia
Athens
$23,022$19,500
Clayton State University
Morrow
$22,874$22,000

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Frequently asked questions

How much do English Language and Literature, General graduates from Dalton State College make?

The median salary is $17,224.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.