English Language and Literature at Southwestern University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Southwestern University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Southwestern University graduates earn $25k, placing them in the 21th percentile of all english language and literature bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
English Language and Literature bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (69 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwestern University | $25,060 | — | $20,874* | — |
| University of Houston-Clear Lake | $50,876 | $49,368 | $15,875* | 0.31 |
| Southern Methodist University | $47,019 | $65,722 | $19,500* | 0.41 |
| East Texas A&M University | $43,470 | $37,497 | $13,407* | 0.31 |
| The University of Texas at Arlington | $40,718 | $45,154 | $23,613* | 0.58 |
| St. Mary's University | $39,752 | $47,033 | $26,000* | 0.65 |
| National Median | $29,967 | — | $24,529* | 0.82 |
Other English Language and Literature Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston | $7,746 | $50,876 | $15,875 |
| Southern Methodist University Dallas | $64,460 | $47,019 | $19,500 |
| East Texas A&M University Commerce | $10,026 | $43,470 | $13,407 |
| The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington | $11,728 | $40,718 | $23,613 |
| St. Mary's University San Antonio | $36,242 | $39,752 | $26,000 |
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 Southwestern University, approximately 23% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 17 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.