English Language and Literature at Pepperdine University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in California
English Language and Literature bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (72 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pepperdine University | — | — | — | — |
| Chapman University | $40,861 | $44,757 | $22,750 | 0.56 |
| Westmont College | $37,806 | — | $26,388 | 0.70 |
| University of San Francisco | $35,468 | $57,848 | $26,000 | 0.73 |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo | $34,718 | $50,644 | $23,956 | 0.69 |
| California State University-Sacramento | $32,531 | $41,496 | $15,000 | 0.46 |
| National Median | $29,967 | — | $24,529 | 0.82 |
Other English Language and Literature Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapman University Orange | $62,784 | $40,861 | $22,750 |
| Westmont College Santa Barbara | $51,790 | $37,806 | $26,388 |
| University of San Francisco San Francisco | $58,222 | $35,468 | $26,000 |
| California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo San Luis Obispo | $11,075 | $34,718 | $23,956 |
| California State University-Sacramento Sacramento | $7,602 | $32,531 | $15,000 |
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 Pepperdine University, approximately 20% 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.