English Language and Literature, General

Bachelor's degree · University of Georgia · Athens, GA

CIP 23.01

$23,022Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$51,988Median earnings 4 years after
$50,356Median earnings 5 years after
$19,500Median federal debt
95Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in English Language and Literature, General at University of Georgia earn a median of $23,022 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 $19,500, about 85% 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
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
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 University of Georgia make?

The median salary is $23,022 one year after graduation and $50,356 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,500.

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