Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
Bachelor's degree · Cornell College · Mount Vernon, IA
$18,241Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$26,638Median federal debt
9Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies at Cornell College earn a median of $18,241 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). Median debt is $26,638, about 146% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies graduates from Cornell College make?
The median salary is $18,241 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,638.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.