Median Earnings (1yr)
$60,584
95th percentile
Sample Size
30
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How Bennington College graduates compare to all programs nationally

Bennington College graduates earn $61k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all english language and literature/letters masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Vermont

English Language and Literature/Letters masters's programs at peer institutions in Vermont

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Bennington College$60,584$34,245
National Median$55,011

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 Bennington College, approximately 21% 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.