Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee

English Language and Literature bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (36 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Southern Adventist University
Austin Peay State University$37,486$36,534$25,6770.68
Vanderbilt University$34,633$53,767$13,4200.39
Middle Tennessee State University$31,554$40,969$24,0450.76
The University of the South$31,218$38,995$21,1750.68
Lee University$30,977$27,0000.87
National Median$29,967$24,5290.82

Other English Language and Literature Programs in Tennessee

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Tennessee schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville
$8,675$37,486$25,677
Vanderbilt University
Nashville
$63,946$34,633$13,420
Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro
$9,506$31,554$24,045
The University of the South
Sewanee
$53,698$31,218$21,175
Lee University
Cleveland
$22,690$30,977$27,000

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 Southern Adventist University, approximately 31% 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.