English Language and Literature, General
Bachelor's degree · Muhlenberg College · Allentown, PA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in English Language and Literature, General at Muhlenberg College earn a median of $17,062 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $48,590 four years after graduating (middle half: $33,654–$63,810). Median debt is $27,000, about 158% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
English Language and Literature, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Pennsylvania schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia | $40,967 | $19,500 |
| Gettysburg College Gettysburg | $40,601 | $26,242 |
| Lebanon Valley College Annville | $40,151 | $27,000 |
| Villanova University Villanova | $37,643 | $26,899 |
| Washington & Jefferson College Washington | $37,046 | $27,000 |
| Millersville University of Pennsylvania Millersville | $36,865 | $22,229 |
| Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock | $34,205 | $27,000 |
| Bucknell University Lewisburg | $34,043 | $27,000 |
| Duquesne University Pittsburgh | $31,887 | $26,000 |
| Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia Philadelphia | $31,266 | $26,915 |
| Pennsylvania State University-World Campus University Park | $29,848 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York York | $29,848 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington Abington | $29,848 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park | $29,848 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine Media | $29,848 | $25,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do English Language and Literature, General graduates from Muhlenberg College make?
The median salary is $17,062 one year after graduation and $61,699 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.