Where Stanford University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all english language and literature bachelors's programs nationally
Earnings Distribution
How Stanford University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in California
English Language and Literature bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (72 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Stanford UniversityStanford | $62,484 | $30,544 | — | $24,695* | — |
 Chapman UniversityOrange | $62,784 | $40,861 | $44,757 | $22,750* | 0.56 |
 Westmont CollegeSanta Barbara | $51,790 | $37,806 | — | $26,388* | 0.70 |
 University of San FranciscoSan Francisco | $58,222 | $35,468 | $57,848 | $26,000* | 0.73 |
 California Polytechnic State University-San Luis ObispoSan Luis Obispo | $11,075 | $34,718 | $50,644 | $23,956* | 0.69 |
 California State University-SacramentoSacramento | $7,602 | $32,531 | $41,496 | $15,000* | 0.46 |
| National Median | — | $29,967 | — | $24,529* | 0.82 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with english language and literature graduates
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 Stanford University, approximately 19% 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 19 graduates with reported earnings and 10 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.