Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
Bachelor's degree · Willamette University · Salem, OR
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$29,070Median earnings 3 years after
$52,597Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
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How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies at Willamette University earn a median of $29,070. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $48,471 four years after graduating (middle half: $32,167–$67,306).
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies graduates from Willamette University make?
The median salary is $29,070 and $52,597 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.