English Language and Literature, General

Master's degree · East Carolina University · Greenville, NC

CIP 23.01

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$50,883Median earnings 4 years after
$54,390Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
40Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in English Language and Literature, General at East Carolina University earn a median of $43,108. 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 North Carolina schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
North Carolina State University at Raleigh
Raleigh
$35,565$35,629
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Charlotte
$34,639—
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee
$29,855—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do English Language and Literature, General graduates from East Carolina University make?

The median salary is $43,108 and $54,390 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.