English Language and Literature at Christopher Newport University
Newport News, VA · Bachelor's Degree · about 38 graduates a year
Christopher Newport University graduates in english language and literature earn 14% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 48% of one year’s pay at that point.
How Christopher Newport 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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| 119 | Hobart William Smith Colleges Geneva, NY | $55,440 | $52,767 | #141 | — |
| 120 | University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville, VA | $55,412 | $50,458 | #232 | $40,092 |
| 121 | Sacred Heart University Fairfield, CT | $55,399 | $49,877 | #258 | — |
| 122 | Christopher Newport University Newport News, VA | $55,379 | $50,428 | #234 | $29,310 |
| 123 | University of Connecticut Storrs, CT | $55,376 | $49,856 | #259 | $27,335 |
| 124 | University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus Waterbury, CT | $55,376 | $49,856 | #260 | $27,335 |
| 125 | University of Connecticut-Avery Point Groton, CT | $55,376 | $49,856 | #261 | $27,335 |
Other Majors at Christopher Newport University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | $101,900 | $72,128 | #155 of 349 |
| Information Science/Studies | $88,842 | $58,550 | #45 of 148 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $81,840 | $54,432 | #119 of 1176 |
| Economics | $75,365 | $45,309 | #223 of 368 |
| Chemistry | $66,171 | $39,245 | #107 of 209 |
| Political Science and Government | $65,241 | $43,508 | #198 of 565 |
| Music | $63,852 | — | #2 of 268 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | $62,828 | $35,953 | #43 of 207 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $57,254 | $36,953 | #238 of 660 |
| Biology | $55,657 | $30,287 | #502 of 841 |
| Sociology | $55,057 | $36,977 | #166 of 462 |
| Psychology | $53,600 | $35,028 | #319 of 1027 |
| Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services | $53,564 | — | #34 of 90 |
| History | $52,458 | $29,386 | #198 of 459 |
| Social Work | $48,212 | — | #318 of 420 |
| Visual and Performing Arts | $42,907 | $23,656 | #32 of 68 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Christopher Newport University english language and literature graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $29,310 one year after graduating and $55,379 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Christopher Newport University rank for english language and literature?
Among 576 colleges reporting earnings for english language and literature graduates, Christopher Newport University ranks #122 by median pay four years after graduation, and #234 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is english language and literature at Christopher Newport University worth it?
Its graduates earn 14% more than the national median for english language and literature ($48,590), and the median federal debt at graduation is $26,573.
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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.