English Language and Literature, General

Bachelor's degree · University of New Orleans · New Orleans, LA

CIP 23.01

$20,265Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$40,424Median earnings 4 years after
$33,356Median earnings 5 years after
$18,983Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in English Language and Literature, General at University of New Orleans earn a median of $20,265 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 $18,983, about 94% of first-year earnings.

English Language and Literature, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Louisiana schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond
$31,136$18,500
Tulane University of Louisiana
New Orleans
$30,318$20,000
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Lafayette
$25,271$25,509
Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Baton Rouge
$24,355$21,250
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux
$22,030$19,423
University of Louisiana at Monroe
Monroe
$20,834$15,704

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Frequently asked questions

How much do English Language and Literature, General graduates from University of New Orleans make?

The median salary is $20,265 one year after graduation and $33,356 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,983.

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