English Language and Literature at Pittsburg State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Kansas
English Language and Literature bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Kansas (23 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburg State University | $31,364* | $33,988 | — | — |
| Washburn University | $36,598* | $38,670 | $23,000 | 0.63 |
| Benedictine College | $32,214* | — | $27,000 | 0.84 |
| Kansas State University | $31,364* | — | $21,750 | 0.69 |
| Wichita State University | $27,585* | $34,846 | $25,976 | 0.94 |
| University of Kansas | $26,184* | $37,147 | $23,500 | 0.90 |
| National Median | $29,967* | — | $24,529 | 0.82 |
Other English Language and Literature Programs in Kansas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kansas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washburn University Topeka | $9,578 | $36,598 | $23,000 |
| Benedictine College Atchison | $34,800 | $32,214 | $27,000 |
| Kansas State University Manhattan | $10,942 | $31,364 | $21,750 |
| Wichita State University Wichita | $9,322 | $27,585 | $25,976 |
| University of Kansas Lawrence | $11,700 | $26,184 | $23,500 |
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 Pittsburg State University, approximately 32% 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 5 similar programs in KS. Actual outcomes may vary.