English Language and Literature, General

Bachelor's degree · Valdosta State University · Valdosta, GA

CIP 23.01

$29,121Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$41,622Median earnings 4 years after
$36,872Median earnings 5 years after
$27,536Median federal debt
26Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in English Language and Literature, General at Valdosta State University earn a median of $29,121 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 $27,536, about 95% 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
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

Highest-paying English Language and Literature, General programs nationwide →

Other programs at Valdosta State University

Frequently asked questions

How much do English Language and Literature, General graduates from Valdosta State University make?

The median salary is $29,121 one year after graduation and $36,872 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,536.

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