Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies at Sarah Lawrence College
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Sarah Lawrence College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Sarah Lawrence College graduates earn $32k, placing them in the 18th percentile of all rhetoric and composition/writing studies masters programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies masters's programs at peer institutions in New York (21 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sarah Lawrence College | $32,159 | $48,003 | — | — |
| University at Albany | $50,934 | — | — | — |
| New York University | $46,292 | $47,627 | — | — |
| CUNY Queens College | $38,729 | — | — | — |
| The New School | $37,792 | $44,550 | — | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York | $37,674 | $46,668 | — | — |
| National Median | $41,249 | — | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| University at Albany Albany | $10,408 | $50,934 | — |
| New York University New York | $60,438 | $46,292 | — |
| CUNY Queens College Queens | $7,538 | $38,729 | — |
| The New School New York | $56,386 | $37,792 | — |
| Columbia University in the City of New York New York | $69,045 | $37,674 | — |
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 Sarah Lawrence College, approximately 13% 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.