English Language and Literature, General

Bachelor's degree · Saint Louis University · Saint Louis, MO

CIP 23.01

$33,893Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$50,769Median earnings 4 years after
$45,373Median earnings 5 years after
$26,000Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in English Language and Literature, General at Saint Louis University earn a median of $33,893 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 $26,000, about 77% of first-year earnings.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City
$32,054$20,500
University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia
$30,488$23,250
Truman State University
Kirksville
$29,001$21,104
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 Saint Louis University make?

The median salary is $33,893 one year after graduation and $45,373 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,000.

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