Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
Bachelor's degree · DePauw University · Greencastle, IN
$31,640Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$51,983Median earnings 4 years after
$58,790Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
20Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies at DePauw University earn a median of $31,640 one year after completing the program. 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 Indiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Wabash College Crawfordsville | $50,446 | $27,000 |
| Taylor University Upland | $25,471 | $18,521 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette | $25,084 | $18,875 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies graduates from DePauw University make?
The median salary is $31,640 one year after graduation and $58,790 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.