English Language and Literature at Stanford University
Stanford, CA · Bachelor's Degree · about 52 graduates a year
Stanford University graduates in english language and literature earn 69% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating.
How Stanford University Compares for English Language and Literature
All 576 colleges reporting english language and literature earnings at this degree level, ranked by median pay four years after graduation. “Wage-adjusted” divides pay by the square root of the state’s wage index so colleges in low-wage states aren’t penalized for local pay.
| # | College | 4 yrs after | Wage-adjusted | Adj. rank | 1 yr after |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stanford University Stanford, CA | $82,036 | $74,647 | #3 | $30,544 |
| 2 | Seattle University Seattle, WA | $78,906 | $72,577 | #6 | — |
| 3 | Georgetown University Washington, DC | $78,370 | $68,672 | #10 | $52,122 |
| 4 | University of Chicago Chicago, IL | $78,169 | $76,801 | #2 | $44,397 |
| 5 | Wake Forest University Winston-salem, NC | $77,847 | $83,541 | #1 | $31,449 |
| 6 | College of the Holy Cross Worcester, MA | $74,214 | $65,353 | #19 | $43,362 |
| 7 | Howard University Washington, DC | $73,929 | $64,781 | #20 | — |
| 8 | Brown University Providence, RI | $73,497 | $72,387 | #7 | $50,437 |
| 9 | Lehigh University Bethlehem, PA | $71,474 | $72,690 | #5 | — |
| 10 | George Washington University Washington, DC | $70,766 | $62,009 | #28 | $38,985 |
Other Majors at Stanford University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | $214,907 | $138,613 | #6 of 349 |
| Cognitive Science | $131,650 | $105,695 | #2 of 19 |
| Mechanical Engineering | $117,072 | — | #6 of 318 |
| Engineering | $115,206 | $49,741 | #1 of 19 |
| Economics | $112,700 | $98,104 | #40 of 368 |
| Science, Technology and Society | $107,375 | $44,736 | #1 of 10 |
| Engineering-Related Fields | — | $100,788 | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies | $91,075 | $76,166 | #6 of 118 |
| Human Biology | $81,529 | $50,179 | #2 of 9 |
| Political Science and Government | — | $59,297 | — |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering | — | $50,487 | — |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies | $45,519 | $41,156 | #85 of 103 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Stanford University english language and literature graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $30,544 one year after graduating and $82,036 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Stanford University rank for english language and literature?
Among 576 colleges reporting earnings for english language and literature graduates, Stanford University ranks #1 by median pay four years after graduation, and #3 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is english language and literature at Stanford University worth it?
Its graduates earn 69% more than the national median for english language and literature ($48,590).
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled; programs with few graduates are not reported. Wage adjustment uses Census ACS state median household income.