English Language and Literature, General

Bachelor's degree · Georgia State University · Atlanta, GA

CIP 23.01

$25,559Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$49,792Median earnings 4 years after
$48,208Median earnings 5 years after
$23,250Median federal debt
75Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in English Language and Literature, General at Georgia State University earn a median of $25,559 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $48,590 four years after graduating (middle half: $33,654–$63,810). Median debt is $23,250, about 91% of first-year earnings.

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
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 Georgia State University make?

The median salary is $25,559 one year after graduation and $48,208 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,250.

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