English Language and Literature at Guilford College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Guilford College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Guilford College graduates earn $20k, placing them in the 5th 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 North Carolina
English Language and Literature bachelors's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (50 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guilford College | $19,742 | $29,444 | — | — |
| Elon University | $36,302 | $52,954 | — | — |
| Meredith College | $35,619 | — | $26,500 | 0.74 |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh | $32,694 | $42,708 | $21,680 | 0.66 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte | $32,021 | $38,403 | $23,071 | 0.72 |
| Wake Forest University | $31,449 | — | $19,500 | 0.62 |
| National Median | $29,967 | — | $24,529 | 0.82 |
Other English Language and Literature Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elon University Elon | $44,536 | $36,302 | — |
| Meredith College Raleigh | $43,936 | $35,619 | $26,500 |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $8,895 | $32,694 | $21,680 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte | $7,214 | $32,021 | $23,071 |
| Wake Forest University Winston-Salem | $64,758 | $31,449 | $19,500 |
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 Guilford College, approximately 44% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.