English Language and Literature at CUNY Graduate School and University Center
Doctoral Degree
gc.cuny.eduEarnings Distribution
How CUNY Graduate School and University Center graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY Graduate School and University Center | $60,758 | $70,094 | +15% |
| Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus | $63,368 | $73,203 | +16% |
| Florida State University | $57,764 | $64,190 | +11% |
| Arizona State University Campus Immersion | $57,179 | $61,415 | +7% |
| University of Florida | $67,247 | $60,881 | -9% |
Compare to Similar Programs Nationally
English Language and Literature doctoral's programs at top institutions nationally
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 CUNY Graduate School and University CenterNew York | $7,410 | $60,758 | $70,094 | — | — |
 University of FloridaGainesville | $6,381 | $67,247 | $60,881 | — | — |
 Purdue University-Main CampusWest Lafayette | $9,992 | $64,233 | — | — | — |
 Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main CampusIndiana | $11,380 | $63,368 | $73,203 | — | — |
 Wayne State UniversityDetroit | $14,297 | $61,599 | — | — | — |
 Indiana University-BloomingtonBloomington | $11,790 | $60,457 | $56,369 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $58,134 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with english language and literature graduates
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 CUNY Graduate School and University Center, approximately 38% 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.