English Language and Literature at CUNY York College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How CUNY York College graduates compare to all programs nationally
CUNY York College graduates earn $26k, placing them in the 28th percentile of all english language and literature bachelors programs nationally.
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 New York
English Language and Literature bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (83 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUNY York College | $26,460 | $41,298 | — | — |
| Colgate University | $48,008 | $49,657 | $15,875 | 0.33 |
| Barnard College | $40,414 | $63,564 | $19,000 | 0.47 |
| Nazareth University | $36,200 | $40,794 | $27,000 | 0.75 |
| Columbia University in the City of New York | $35,838 | $58,459 | $25,500 | 0.71 |
| Hofstra University | $35,637 | $44,369 | $24,485 | 0.69 |
| National Median | $29,967 | — | $24,529 | 0.82 |
Other English Language and Literature Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colgate University Hamilton | $67,024 | $48,008 | $15,875 |
| Barnard College New York | $66,246 | $40,414 | $19,000 |
| Nazareth University Rochester | $40,880 | $36,200 | $27,000 |
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $69,045 | $35,838 | $25,500 |
| Hofstra University Hempstead | $55,450 | $35,637 | $24,485 |
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 York College, approximately 43% 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.