English Language and Literature at University of Scranton
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Scranton graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Scranton graduates earn $22k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all english language and literature bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
English Language and Literature bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (76 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Scranton | $22,159 | — | $26,899* | — |
| University of Pennsylvania | $40,967 | $42,449 | $19,500* | 0.48 |
| Gettysburg College | $40,601 | $54,100 | $26,724* | 0.66 |
| Lebanon Valley College | $40,151 | $38,386 | $27,000* | 0.67 |
| Villanova University | $37,643 | $64,967 | $26,899* | 0.71 |
| Washington & Jefferson College | $37,046 | $49,992 | $27,000* | 0.73 |
| National Median | $29,967 | — | $24,529* | 0.82 |
Other English Language and Literature Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia | $66,104 | $40,967 | $19,500 |
| Gettysburg College Gettysburg | $64,230 | $40,601 | $26,724 |
| Lebanon Valley College Annville | $50,320 | $40,151 | $27,000 |
| Villanova University Villanova | $64,701 | $37,643 | $26,899 |
| Washington & Jefferson College Washington | $28,185 | $37,046 | $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 University of Scranton, approximately 22% 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 18 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.