English Language and Literature, General
Bachelor's degree · Hampton University · Hampton, VA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
$67,678Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
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How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in English Language and Literature, General at Hampton University earn a median of $67,678. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $48,590 four years after graduating (middle half: $33,654–$63,810).
English Language and Literature, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| William & Mary Williamsburg | $40,697 | $19,255 |
| Longwood University Farmville | $40,167 | $25,250 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville | $40,092 | $15,000 |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg | $39,155 | $21,625 |
| University of Richmond University of Richmond | $38,333 | $22,980 |
| Old Dominion University Norfolk | $36,054 | $26,000 |
| George Mason University Fairfax | $33,173 | $18,750 |
| Liberty University Lynchburg | $32,890 | $24,957 |
| University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg | $30,540 | $20,000 |
| Christopher Newport University Newport News | $29,310 | $26,573 |
| Randolph-Macon College Ashland | $27,110 | $25,823 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond | $27,005 | $19,949 |
| James Madison University Harrisonburg | $26,049 | $21,000 |
| Hollins University Roanoke | $25,876 | $27,000 |
| Radford University Radford | $25,407 | $20,697 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do English Language and Literature, General graduates from Hampton University make?
The median salary is $67,678 and $67,678 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.