English Language and Literature, General
Bachelor's degree · Appalachian State University · Boone, NC
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in English Language and Literature, General at Appalachian State University earn a median of $23,397 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 $20,499, about 88% of first-year earnings.
English Language and Literature, General (Bachelor's degree) at other North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Elon University Elon | $36,302 | — |
| Meredith College Raleigh | $35,619 | $26,000 |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $32,694 | $20,724 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte | $32,021 | $19,500 |
| Wake Forest University Winston-Salem | $31,449 | $19,500 |
| North Carolina A & T State University Greensboro | $30,995 | $28,625 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | $30,060 | $14,794 |
| Western Carolina University Cullowhee | $29,927 | $25,000 |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro | $29,494 | $17,583 |
| East Carolina University Greenville | $29,133 | $24,154 |
| University of North Carolina Wilmington Wilmington | $24,384 | $22,000 |
| Duke University Durham | $20,483 | $15,362 |
| Guilford College Greensboro | $19,742 | — |
| University of North Carolina Asheville Asheville | $19,136 | $23,250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do English Language and Literature, General graduates from Appalachian State University make?
The median salary is $23,397 one year after graduation and $37,977 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,499.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.