English Language and Literature at Illinois Wesleyan University
Bloomington, IL · Bachelor's Degree · about 12 graduates a year
Illinois Wesleyan University graduates in english language and literature earn 5% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating.
How Illinois Wesleyan 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 |
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| 208 | University at Albany Albany, NY | $51,206 | $48,738 | #291 | $31,940 |
| 209 | Albright College Reading, PA | $51,149 | $52,019 | #162 | — |
| 210 | Fitchburg State University Fitchburg, MA | $51,141 | $45,035 | #411 | $39,938 |
| 211 | Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL | $51,107 | $50,212 | #242 | — |
| 212 | University of Wisconsin-River Falls River Falls, WI | $51,089 | $53,161 | #130 | $37,586 |
| 213 | Skidmore College Saratoga Springs, NY | $51,029 | $48,569 | #296 | $26,058 |
| 214 | Bridgewater State University Bridgewater, MA | $51,020 | $44,928 | #414 | $34,569 |
Other Majors at Illinois Wesleyan University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finance and Financial Management Services | $101,609 | $62,619 | #46 of 452 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $97,022 | $70,831 | #67 of 796 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $84,527 | $75,629 | #550 of 966 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $71,088 | $48,706 | #342 of 1176 |
| Biology | $62,541 | — | #267 of 841 |
| Psychology | $57,839 | $34,650 | #147 of 1027 |
| Marketing | — | $56,684 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | — | $44,923 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | — | $43,737 | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | $31,172 | $19,490 | #238 of 255 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Illinois Wesleyan University english language and literature graduates make?
Graduates earn $51,107 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Illinois Wesleyan University rank for english language and literature?
Among 576 colleges reporting earnings for english language and literature graduates, Illinois Wesleyan University ranks #211 by median pay four years after graduation, and #242 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is english language and literature at Illinois Wesleyan University worth it?
Its graduates earn 5% 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.