Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
Master's degree · CUNY City College · New York, NY
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$40,226Median earnings 3 years after
$64,449Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
29Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies at CUNY City College earn a median of $40,226. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $55,035 four years after graduating (middle half: $32,717–$77,712).
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies (Master's degree) at other New York schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University at Albany Albany | $50,934 | — |
| New York University New York | $46,292 | $44,551 |
| CUNY Queens College Queens | $38,729 | — |
| The New School New York | $37,792 | $41,000 |
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $37,674 | $88,235 |
| Stony Brook University Stony Brook | $34,855 | — |
| CUNY Brooklyn College Brooklyn | $32,360 | — |
| Sarah Lawrence College Bronxville | $32,159 | $41,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies graduates from CUNY City College make?
The median salary is $40,226 and $64,449 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.