English Language and Literature, General

Master's degree · State University of New York at New Paltz · New Paltz, NY

CIP 23.01

$31,432Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
19Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in English Language and Literature, General at State University of New York at New Paltz earn a median of $31,432 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $55,512 four years after graduating (middle half: $39,177–$72,721).

English Language and Literature, General (Master's degree) at other New York schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Mercy University
Dobbs Ferry
$49,422$41,000
College of Staten Island CUNY
Staten Island
$40,385—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do English Language and Literature, General graduates from State University of New York at New Paltz make?

The median salary is $31,432 one year after graduation.

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