English Language and Literature, General

Bachelor's degree · Morehouse College · Atlanta, GA

CIP 23.01

$24,659Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$46,847Median earnings 4 years after
$57,480Median earnings 5 years after
$26,000Median federal debt
8Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in English Language and Literature, General at Morehouse College earn a median of $24,659 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 $26,000, about 105% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

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
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 Morehouse College make?

The median salary is $24,659 one year after graduation and $57,480 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,000.

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