English Language and Literature, General
Bachelor's degree · Rhodes College · Memphis, TN
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$49,042Median earnings 4 years after
$57,062Median earnings 5 years after
$21,545Median federal debt
22Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in English Language and Literature, General at Rhodes College earn a median of $36,010. 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 $21,545, about 60% of first-year earnings.
English Language and Literature, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Tennessee schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Austin Peay State University Clarksville | $37,486 | $24,860 |
| Vanderbilt University Nashville | $34,633 | $15,050 |
| Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro | $31,554 | $21,000 |
| The University of the South Sewanee | $31,218 | $21,175 |
| Lee University Cleveland | $30,977 | $27,000 |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville | $26,476 | $21,278 |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $25,948 | $21,750 |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga | $22,999 | $18,500 |
| Belmont University Nashville | $22,360 | $23,250 |
| East Tennessee State University Johnson City | $21,836 | $17,022 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do English Language and Literature, General graduates from Rhodes College make?
The median salary is $36,010 and $57,062 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,545.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.