Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
Bachelor's degree · Oberlin College · Oberlin, OH
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies at Oberlin College earn a median of $15,501 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $48,471 four years after graduating (middle half: $32,167–$67,306). Median debt is $26,487, about 171% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Ohio schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Miami University-Oxford Oxford | $42,287 | $23,250 |
| Youngstown State University Youngstown | $31,763 | $23,085 |
| Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green | $31,218 | $26,000 |
| Ohio University-Zanesville Campus Zanesville | $23,399 | $25,500 |
| Ohio University-Main Campus Athens | $23,399 | $25,500 |
| Ohio University-Lancaster Campus Lancaster | $23,399 | $25,500 |
| Ohio University-Southern Campus Ironton | $23,399 | $25,500 |
| Ohio University-Chillicothe Campus Chillicothe | $23,399 | $25,500 |
| Ohio University-Eastern Campus Saint Clairsville | $23,399 | $25,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies graduates from Oberlin College make?
The median salary is $15,501 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,487.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.