Earnings Distribution
How Georgetown University 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgetown University | $55,504 | $74,547 | +34% |
| George Mason University | $61,523 | $71,220 | +16% |
| National University | $62,549 | $58,283 | -7% |
| California State University-Long Beach | $35,917 | $57,975 | +61% |
| Northern Illinois University | $43,753 | $57,680 | +32% |
Compare to Similar Programs Nationally
English Language and Literature masters's programs at top institutions nationally
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Georgetown UniversityWashington | $65,081 | $55,504 | $74,547 | — | — |
 Middlebury CollegeMiddlebury | $65,280 | $75,793 | — | — | — |
 The College of New JerseyEwing | $18,685 | $62,921 | — | — | — |
 National UniversitySan Diego | $13,320 | $62,549 | $58,283 | — | — |
 George Mason UniversityFairfax | $13,815 | $61,523 | $71,220 | — | — |
 Bridgewater State UniversityBridgewater | $11,389 | $58,926 | — | — | — |
| National Median | — | $48,292 | — | — | — |
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 Georgetown University, approximately 10% 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.