English Language and Literature, General

Master's degree · Western Carolina University · Cullowhee, NC

CIP 23.01

$29,855Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$46,104Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

13Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in English Language and Literature, General at Western Carolina University earn a median of $29,855 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 North Carolina schools

College	Earnings (1 yr)	Median debt
North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh	$35,565	$35,629
University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte	$34,639	—

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $29,855 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.