Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
Bachelor's degree · Ferris State University · Big Rapids, MI
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies at Ferris State University earn a median of $23,508 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 $21,500, about 91% of first-year earnings.
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $34,464 | $22,894 |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $33,401 | $24,360 |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $31,239 | $13,999 |
| Grand Valley State University Allendale | $31,016 | $24,250 |
| Calvin University Grand Rapids | $26,637 | — |
| University of Michigan-Flint Flint | $24,195 | $26,125 |
| Saginaw Valley State University University Center | $23,298 | $26,000 |
| Northern Michigan University Marquette | $21,696 | $23,287 |
| Western Michigan University Kalamazoo | $21,468 | $24,007 |
| Aquinas College Grand Rapids | $17,827 | $22,964 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies graduates from Ferris State University make?
The median salary is $23,508 one year after graduation and $45,012 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.