English Language and Literature, General
Bachelor's degree · Fitchburg State University · Fitchburg, MA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in English Language and Literature, General at Fitchburg State University earn a median of $39,938 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 $25,107, about 63% of first-year earnings.
English Language and Literature, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Massachusetts schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Northeastern University Professional Programs Boston | $49,639 | $21,250 |
| Northeastern University Boston | $49,639 | $21,250 |
| Williams College Williamstown | $49,340 | $13,125 |
| Stonehill College Easton | $44,629 | $24,237 |
| College of the Holy Cross Worcester | $43,362 | $27,000 |
| Amherst College Amherst | $41,979 | — |
| Boston College Chestnut Hill | $41,878 | $18,940 |
| Brandeis University Waltham | $39,867 | $26,000 |
| Lesley University Cambridge | $38,442 | $21,500 |
| Wellesley College Wellesley | $38,376 | $10,925 |
| Framingham State University Framingham | $37,188 | $25,750 |
| Gordon College Wenham | $36,462 | $27,000 |
| University of Massachusetts-Boston Boston | $35,820 | $24,212 |
| Tufts University Medford | $34,689 | $14,670 |
| Bridgewater State University Bridgewater | $34,569 | $26,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do English Language and Literature, General graduates from Fitchburg State University make?
The median salary is $39,938 one year after graduation and $45,015 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,107.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.