English Language and Literature at Harvard University
Cambridge, MA · Bachelor's Degree · about 38 graduates a year
Harvard University graduates in english language and literature earn 4% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating.
How Harvard 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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| 228 | Clemson University Clemson, SC | $50,582 | $56,088 | #84 | $33,509 |
| 229 | The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, TX | $50,495 | $51,339 | #189 | $40,718 |
| 230 | Kansas State University Manhattan, KS | $50,448 | $52,373 | #150 | $31,364 |
| 231 | Harvard University Cambridge, MA | $50,428 | $44,407 | #427 | $30,838 |
| 232 | Governors State University University Park, IL | $50,426 | $49,543 | #272 | $29,580 |
| 233 | Saint Vincent College Latrobe, PA | $50,411 | $51,268 | #191 | — |
| 234 | Moravian University Bethlehem, PA | $50,397 | $51,254 | #192 | $27,135 |
Other Majors at Harvard University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Statistics | $230,876 | $141,116 | #1 of 50 |
| Computer Science | $203,169 | $152,251 | #10 of 349 |
| Applied Mathematics | $170,689 | $114,279 | #1 of 45 |
| Economics | $155,592 | $103,993 | #5 of 368 |
| Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences | $117,816 | $51,569 | #1 of 35 |
| Political Science and Government | $95,838 | $61,543 | #6 of 565 |
| Natural Sciences | $95,507 | $69,242 | #1 of 9 |
| Social Sciences | $78,996 | $56,540 | #3 of 87 |
| History | $70,679 | $53,468 | #22 of 459 |
| Research and Experimental Psychology | $70,167 | $41,501 | #13 of 82 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences | — | $46,993 | — |
| Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology | — | $31,999 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Harvard University english language and literature graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $30,838 one year after graduating and $50,428 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Harvard University rank for english language and literature?
Among 576 colleges reporting earnings for english language and literature graduates, Harvard University ranks #231 by median pay four years after graduation, and #427 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is english language and literature at Harvard University worth it?
Its graduates earn 4% more than the national median for english language and literature ($48,590).
← All data for Harvard University · Methodology
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.