English Language and Literature, General
Bachelor's degree · University of Maryland Eastern Shore · Princess Anne, MD
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in English Language and Literature, General at University of Maryland Eastern Shore earn a median of $24,901. 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 $27,000, about 108% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
English Language and Literature, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Maryland schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Towson University Towson | $39,250 | $19,392 |
| University of Maryland-College Park College Park | $36,561 | $19,500 |
| McDaniel College Westminster | $35,793 | $20,000 |
| University of Maryland Global Campus Adelphi | $35,630 | $18,937 |
| Salisbury University Salisbury | $35,283 | $21,497 |
| Goucher College Baltimore | $32,545 | $26,000 |
| Loyola University Maryland Baltimore | $30,949 | $27,000 |
| St. Mary's College of Maryland St. Mary's City | $30,025 | $21,375 |
| University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore | $27,547 | $17,750 |
Highest-paying English Language and Literature, General programs nationwide →
Other programs at University of Maryland Eastern Shore
- Engineering, GeneralBachelor's degree
$73,839 - Civil Engineering Technologies/TechniciansBachelor's degree
$68,809 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$38,293 - Criminal Justice and CorrectionsBachelor's degree
$37,393 - Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$37,301 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$37,244 - Hospitality Administration/ManagementBachelor's degree
$36,472 - SociologyBachelor's degree
$31,853 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsBachelor's degree
$30,423 - Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/FitnessBachelor's degree
$30,407 - Psychology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$27,716 - Air TransportationBachelor's degree
$27,154 - Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, OtherBachelor's degree
$45,876 - Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, OtherBachelor's degree
$77,899 - Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsMaster's degree
$117,459 - Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and AdministrationDoctoral degree
$126,437 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsMaster's degree
$47,758 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree
$33,505 - Accounting and Related ServicesBachelor's degree
$37,868
Frequently asked questions
How much do English Language and Literature, General graduates from University of Maryland Eastern Shore make?
The median salary is $24,901 and $42,838 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.