Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies at Hamilton College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Hamilton College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Hamilton College graduates earn $28k, placing them in the 50th percentile of all rhetoric and composition/writing studies bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New York (38 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton College | $28,442 | — | — | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York | $36,244 | $28,940 | — | — |
| St. Joseph's University-New York | $33,205 | $50,810 | $26,170 | 0.79 |
| State University of New York at Oswego | $28,103 | $30,873 | $26,000 | 0.93 |
| Manhattanville University | $26,779 | — | $27,000 | 1.01 |
| Ithaca College | $26,443 | $32,250 | $25,000 | 0.95 |
| National Median | $28,418 | — | $25,000 | 0.88 |
Other Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $69,045 | $36,244 | — |
| St. Joseph's University-New York Brooklyn | $34,535 | $33,205 | $26,170 |
| State University of New York at Oswego Oswego | $8,769 | $28,103 | $26,000 |
| Manhattanville University Purchase | $42,950 | $26,779 | $27,000 |
| Ithaca College Ithaca | $50,510 | $26,443 | $25,000 |
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 Hamilton 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.
Sample Size: Based on 18 graduates with reported earnings and 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.