English Language and Literature at Covenant College
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 Georgia
English Language and Literature bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (41 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covenant College | — | $29,353 | — | — |
| Emory University | $36,019 | $51,789 | $21,000 | 0.58 |
| University of North Georgia | $35,733 | $36,296 | $24,500 | 0.69 |
| Georgia Southern University | $32,811 | $38,097 | $23,250 | 0.71 |
| Spelman College | $31,129 | $45,615 | $25,564 | 0.82 |
| Valdosta State University | $29,121 | $31,086 | $27,998 | 0.96 |
| National Median | $29,967 | — | $24,529 | 0.82 |
Other English Language and Literature Programs in Georgia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emory University Atlanta | $60,774 | $36,019 | $21,000 |
| University of North Georgia Dahlonega | $5,009 | $35,733 | $24,500 |
| Georgia Southern University Statesboro | $5,905 | $32,811 | $23,250 |
| Spelman College Atlanta | $30,058 | $31,129 | $25,564 |
| Valdosta State University Valdosta | $6,007 | $29,121 | $27,998 |
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 Covenant College, approximately 18% 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.