English Language and Literature, General
Bachelor's degree · Seattle University · Seattle, WA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$78,906Median earnings 4 years after
$65,112Median earnings 5 years after
$19,500Median federal debt
15Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in English Language and Literature, General at Seattle University earn a median of $37,294. 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 $19,500, about 52% of first-year earnings.
English Language and Literature, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Washington schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Gonzaga University Spokane | $41,077 | $27,000 |
| Whitworth University Spokane | $36,387 | $24,642 |
| Western Washington University Bellingham | $32,334 | $16,585 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $31,622 | $15,000 |
| Eastern Washington University Cheney | $31,592 | $15,835 |
| Seattle Pacific University Seattle | $30,737 | $25,000 |
| University of Puget Sound Tacoma | $29,291 | $27,000 |
| Washington State University Pullman | $28,876 | $18,750 |
| Whitman College Walla Walla | $25,574 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do English Language and Literature, General graduates from Seattle University make?
The median salary is $37,294 and $65,112 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.