Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
Master's degree · Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia · Philadelphia, PA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$129,192Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
10Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies at Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia earn a median of $129,192. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $55,035 four years after graduating (middle half: $32,717–$77,712).
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies (Master's degree) at other Pennsylvania schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh | $53,254 | $29,204 |
| Chatham University Pittsburgh | $44,339 | $37,450 |
| Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre | $33,352 | $36,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies graduates from Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia make?
The median salary is $129,192.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.