English Language and Literature at Berea College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Berea College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Berea College graduates earn $13k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all english language and literature bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Kentucky
English Language and Literature bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Kentucky (24 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berea College | $13,403 | — | — | — |
| Bellarmine University | $32,295 | — | $27,000 | 0.84 |
| Northern Kentucky University | $31,926 | $32,715 | $24,585 | 0.77 |
| University of Louisville | $28,994 | $41,824 | $20,531 | 0.71 |
| Western Kentucky University | $27,950 | $36,801 | $23,232 | 0.83 |
| Murray State University | $25,543 | $39,328 | $26,000 | 1.02 |
| National Median | $29,967 | — | $24,529 | 0.82 |
Other English Language and Literature Programs in Kentucky
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kentucky schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellarmine University Louisville | $47,180 | $32,295 | $27,000 |
| Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights | $10,896 | $31,926 | $24,585 |
| University of Louisville Louisville | $12,828 | $28,994 | $20,531 |
| Western Kentucky University Bowling Green | $11,436 | $27,950 | $23,232 |
| Murray State University Murray | $9,708 | $25,543 | $26,000 |
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 Berea College, approximately 81% 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.