Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
Bachelor's degree · Southern Illinois University-Carbondale · Carbondale, IL
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$56,632Median earnings 4 years after
$60,920Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
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How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies at Southern Illinois University-Carbondale earn a median of $45,680. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $48,471 four years after graduating (middle half: $32,167–$67,306).
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst University Elmhurst | $33,556 | $21,500 |
| Columbia College Chicago Chicago | $25,060 | $27,000 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $24,225 | $20,175 |
| Augustana College Rock Island | $19,775 | — |
| Knox College Galesburg | $15,466 | $26,394 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies graduates from Southern Illinois University-Carbondale make?
The median salary is $45,680 and $60,920 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.