English Language and Literature at Lesley University
Cambridge, MA · Bachelor's Degree · about 9 graduates a year
Lesley University graduates in english language and literature earn 3% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 43% of one year’s pay at that point.
How Lesley 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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| 244 | Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington Abington, PA | $50,299 | $51,155 | #202 | $29,848 |
| 245 | Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York York, PA | $50,299 | $51,155 | #203 | $29,848 |
| 246 | Pennsylvania State University-World Campus University Park, PA | $50,299 | $51,155 | #204 | $29,848 |
| 247 | Lesley University Cambridge, MA | $50,260 | $44,259 | #430 | $38,442 |
| 248 | Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ | $50,205 | $51,586 | #174 | $33,615 |
| 249 | Arizona State University Digital Immersion Scottsdale, AZ | $50,205 | $51,586 | #175 | $33,615 |
| 250 | CUNY Queens College Queens, NY | $50,194 | $47,774 | #327 | $28,290 |
Other Majors at Lesley University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $67,879 | $46,448 | #450 of 1176 |
| Psychology | $56,837 | $39,211 | #175 of 1027 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $52,570 | $36,897 | #150 of 680 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | $52,367 | $38,404 | #31 of 59 |
| Visual and Performing Arts | $49,175 | $20,600 | #8 of 68 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | $45,508 | $31,846 | #69 of 144 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $45,293 | $35,658 | #379 of 476 |
| Design and Applied Arts | $45,099 | $25,227 | #228 of 299 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | $43,129 | $28,787 | #76 of 85 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $41,320 | — | #216 of 423 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | — | $38,516 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Lesley University english language and literature graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $38,442 one year after graduating and $50,260 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Lesley University rank for english language and literature?
Among 576 colleges reporting earnings for english language and literature graduates, Lesley University ranks #247 by median pay four years after graduation, and #430 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is english language and literature at Lesley University worth it?
Its graduates earn 3% more than the national median for english language and literature ($48,590), and the median federal debt at graduation is $21,500.
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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.