Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies at University of Northwestern-St Paul
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Minnesota
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Northwestern-St Paul | $33,947* | — | $26,000* | — |
| Metropolitan State University | $39,558* | $42,089 | $26,680* | 0.67 |
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities | $38,407* | $51,465 | $22,375* | 0.58 |
| Macalester College | $29,487* | — | $20,000* | 0.68 |
| Hamline University | $20,059* | $31,210 | $25,000* | 1.25 |
| National Median | $28,418* | — | $25,000* | 0.88 |
Other Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan State University Saint Paul | $9,780 | $39,558 | $26,680 |
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis | $16,488 | $38,407 | $22,375 |
| Macalester College Saint Paul | $64,908 | $29,487 | $20,000 |
| Hamline University Saint Paul | $48,311 | $20,059 | $25,000 |
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 University of Northwestern-St Paul, approximately 15% 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 4 similar programs in MN. Actual outcomes may vary.