English Language and Literature, General
Doctoral degree · University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · Chapel Hill, NC
$50,433Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
14Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the doctoral degree program in English Language and Literature, General at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill earn a median of $50,433 one year after completing the program. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $65,831 four years after graduating (middle half: $51,001–$82,694).
English Language and Literature, General (Doctoral degree) at other North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Duke University Durham | $49,440 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do English Language and Literature, General graduates from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill make?
The median salary is $50,433 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.