English Language and Literature, General

Bachelor's degree · Truman State University · Kirksville, MO

CIP 23.01

$29,001Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$38,923Median earnings 4 years after
$43,125Median earnings 5 years after
$21,104Median federal debt
36Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in English Language and Literature, General at Truman State University earn a median of $29,001 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 $21,104, about 73% of first-year earnings.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Saint Louis University
Saint Louis
$33,893$26,000
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City
$32,054$20,500
University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia
$30,488$23,250
Drury University-College of Continuing Professional Studies
Springfield
$26,057$15,634
Drury University
Springfield
$26,057$15,634
Columbia College
Columbia
$24,240$26,023
Missouri State University-Springfield
Springfield
$21,392$21,402

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Frequently asked questions

How much do English Language and Literature, General graduates from Truman State University make?

The median salary is $29,001 one year after graduation and $43,125 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,104.

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