English Language and Literature, General
Bachelor's degree · Purdue University Northwest · Hammond, IN
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in English Language and Literature, General at Purdue University Northwest earn a median of $31,171 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 $20,633, about 66% of first-year earnings.
English Language and Literature, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Indiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame Notre Dame | $40,345 | $19,000 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette | $35,378 | $18,839 |
| University of Southern Indiana Evansville | $35,062 | $19,500 |
| Indiana State University Terre Haute | $32,336 | $25,493 |
| Indiana University-Southeast New Albany | $32,235 | $24,388 |
| Indiana University-East Richmond | $28,920 | — |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis | $27,234 | $19,500 |
| Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington | $26,694 | $16,227 |
| Ball State University Muncie | $26,572 | $22,250 |
| Purdue University Fort Wayne Fort Wayne | $24,853 | $15,986 |
| Valparaiso University Valparaiso | $23,909 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do English Language and Literature, General graduates from Purdue University Northwest make?
The median salary is $31,171 one year after graduation and $44,324 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,633.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.