Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies

Bachelor's degree · University of Puget Sound · Tacoma, WA

CIP 23.13

$22,251Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$38,871Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$26,998Median federal debt
8Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies at University of Puget Sound earn a median of $22,251 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 $26,998, about 121% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Seattle University
Seattle
$32,663$23,000
University of Washington-Tacoma Campus
Tacoma
$29,758$14,000
University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Seattle
$29,758$14,000
Central Washington University
Ellensburg
$27,832$20,036
Western Washington University
Bellingham
$27,116$17,604

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies graduates from University of Puget Sound make?

The median salary is $22,251 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,998.

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