Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies

Bachelor's degree · University of Rhode Island · Kingston, RI

CIP 23.13

$43,267Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$52,625Median earnings 4 years after
$51,925Median earnings 5 years after
$20,500Median federal debt
16Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies at University of Rhode Island earn a median of $43,267 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 $20,500, about 47% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies (Bachelor's degree) at other Rhode Island schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Brown University
Providence
$30,741$10,500

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies graduates from University of Rhode Island make?

The median salary is $43,267 one year after graduation and $51,925 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,500.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.