English Language and Literature, General

Bachelor's degree · American Public University System · Charles Town, WV

CIP 23.01

$37,602Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$43,415Median earnings 4 years after
$40,154Median earnings 5 years after
$27,989Median federal debt
67Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in English Language and Literature, General at American Public University System earn a median of $37,602 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 $27,989, about 74% of first-year earnings.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Marshall University
Huntington
$30,195$26,369
Shepherd University
Shepherdstown
$27,186$18,360
West Virginia University
Morgantown
$23,182$21,250

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Frequently asked questions

How much do English Language and Literature, General graduates from American Public University System make?

The median salary is $37,602 one year after graduation and $40,154 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,989.

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