Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies at Indiana University-South Bend
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Indiana
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Indiana (18 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana University-South Bend | $28,556* | — | $24,000* | — |
| Wabash College | $50,446* | — | $27,000* | 0.54 |
| DePauw University | $31,640* | $52,656 | $27,000* | 0.85 |
| Taylor University | $25,471* | $34,915 | $19,500* | 0.77 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus | $25,084* | $37,400 | $20,038* | 0.80 |
| National Median | $28,418* | — | $25,000* | 0.88 |
Other Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies Programs in Indiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Indiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wabash College Crawfordsville | $49,125 | $50,446 | $27,000 |
| DePauw University Greencastle | $57,070 | $31,640 | $27,000 |
| Taylor University Upland | $39,104 | $25,471 | $19,500 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette | $9,992 | $25,084 | $20,038 |
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 Indiana University-South Bend, approximately 41% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 4 similar programs in IN. Actual outcomes may vary.