Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York University | — | $61,245 | — |
| Georgetown University | $55,504 | $74,547 | +34% |
| George Mason University | $61,523 | $71,220 | +16% |
| National University | $62,549 | $58,283 | -7% |
| Mercy University | $49,422 | $44,774 | -9% |
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
English Language and Literature masters's programs at peer institutions in New York (36 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 New York UniversityNew York | $60,438 | $40,385* | $61,245 | — | — |
 Mercy UniversityDobbs Ferry | $22,106 | $49,422* | $44,774 | — | — |
 College of Staten Island CUNYStaten Island | $7,490 | $40,385* | — | — | — |
 State University of New York at New PaltzNew Paltz | $8,524 | $31,432* | — | — | — |
| 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 New York University, approximately 19% 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 3 similar programs in NY. Actual outcomes may vary.