English Language and Literature, General

Bachelor's degree · West Virginia University · Morgantown, WV

CIP 23.01

$23,182Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$41,920Median earnings 4 years after
$41,351Median earnings 5 years after
$21,250Median federal debt
44Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in English Language and Literature, General at West Virginia University earn a median of $23,182 one year after completing the program. 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 $21,250, about 92% of first-year earnings.

English Language and Literature, General (Bachelor's degree) at other West Virginia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
American Public University System
Charles Town
$37,602$27,989
Marshall University
Huntington
$30,195$26,369
Shepherd University
Shepherdstown
$27,186$18,360

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Frequently asked questions

How much do English Language and Literature, General graduates from West Virginia University make?

The median salary is $23,182 one year after graduation and $41,351 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,250.

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