English Language and Literature, General

Doctoral degree · The University of Texas at Austin · Austin, TX

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—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$49,827Median earnings 3 years after
$59,797Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
16Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the doctoral degree program in English Language and Literature, General at The University of Texas at Austin earn a median of $49,827. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $65,831 four years after graduating (middle half: $51,001–$82,694).

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Frequently asked questions

How much do English Language and Literature, General graduates from The University of Texas at Austin make?

The median salary is $49,827 and $59,797 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.