English Language and Literature at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX · Bachelor's Degree · about 126 graduates a year
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley graduates in english language and literature earn 6% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 34% of one year’s pay at that point.
How The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley 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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| 388 | Tarleton State University Stephenville, TX | $45,834 | $46,600 | #366 | $34,754 |
| 389 | University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg, VA | $45,824 | $41,727 | #486 | $30,540 |
| 390 | Dalton State College Dalton, GA | $45,747 | $47,357 | #340 | — |
| 391 | The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg, TX | $45,746 | $46,510 | #372 | $24,187 |
| 392 | Minnesota State University-Mankato Mankato, MN | $45,688 | $43,642 | #441 | $25,136 |
| 393 | University of the Incarnate Word San Antonio, TX | $45,684 | $46,447 | #374 | — |
| 394 | University of Wyoming Laramie, WY | $45,673 | $47,601 | #333 | $33,677 |
Other English Language and Literature Credentials at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
| Credential | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master's Degree | — | $62,899 | — |
Other Majors at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley by Graduate Pay
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley english language and literature graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $24,187 one year after graduating and $45,746 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley rank for english language and literature?
Among 576 colleges reporting earnings for english language and literature graduates, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley ranks #391 by median pay four years after graduation, and #372 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is english language and literature at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley worth it?
Its graduates earn 6% less than the national median for english language and literature ($48,590), and the median federal debt at graduation is $15,750.
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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.