English Language and Literature at Arcadia University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
English Language and Literature bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (76 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia University | — | $35,455 | — | — |
| University of Pennsylvania | $40,967 | $42,449 | $19,500 | 0.48 |
| Gettysburg College | $40,601 | $54,100 | $26,724 | 0.66 |
| Lebanon Valley College | $40,151 | $38,386 | $27,000 | 0.67 |
| Villanova University | $37,643 | $64,967 | $26,899 | 0.71 |
| Washington & Jefferson College | $37,046 | $49,992 | $27,000 | 0.73 |
| National Median | $29,967 | — | $24,529 | 0.82 |
Other English Language and Literature Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia | $66,104 | $40,967 | $19,500 |
| Gettysburg College Gettysburg | $64,230 | $40,601 | $26,724 |
| Lebanon Valley College Annville | $50,320 | $40,151 | $27,000 |
| Villanova University Villanova | $64,701 | $37,643 | $26,899 |
| Washington & Jefferson College Washington | $28,185 | $37,046 | $27,000 |
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 Arcadia University, approximately 28% 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.