Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies at Albion College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (22 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albion College | $24,195* | — | $26,000* | — |
| Oakland University | $34,464* | $32,405 | $25,500* | 0.74 |
| Michigan State University | $33,401* | $55,081 | $25,750* | 0.77 |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | $31,239* | $40,555 | $13,999* | 0.45 |
| Grand Valley State University | $31,016* | $35,370 | $25,000* | 0.81 |
| Calvin University | $26,637* | — | —* | — |
| National Median | $28,418* | — | $25,000* | 0.88 |
Other Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $14,694 | $34,464 | $25,500 |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $15,988 | $33,401 | $25,750 |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $17,228 | $31,239 | $13,999 |
| Grand Valley State University Allendale | $14,628 | $31,016 | $25,000 |
| Calvin University Grand Rapids | $38,670 | $26,637 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Albion College, approximately 45% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 11 similar programs in MI. Actual outcomes may vary.