Where Valparaiso University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all english language and literature bachelors's programs nationally
Earnings Distribution
How Valparaiso University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valparaiso University | $23,909 | $39,852 | +67% |
| University of Notre Dame | $40,345 | $60,383 | +50% |
| University of Southern Indiana | $35,062 | $41,653 | +19% |
| Indiana University-Bloomington | $26,694 | $40,799 | +53% |
| Indiana University-East | $28,920 | $39,261 | +36% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Indiana
English Language and Literature bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Indiana (38 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Valparaiso UniversityValparaiso | $46,588 | $23,909 | $39,852 | $26,000* | — |
 University of Notre DameNotre Dame | $62,693 | $40,345 | $60,383 | $19,500* | 0.48 |
 Purdue University-Main CampusWest Lafayette | $9,992 | $35,378 | $34,082 | $19,500* | 0.55 |
 University of Southern IndianaEvansville | $10,136 | $35,062 | $41,653 | $22,480* | 0.64 |
 Indiana State UniversityTerre Haute | $9,992 | $32,336 | $36,448 | $27,000* | 0.83 |
 Indiana University-SoutheastNew Albany | $8,179 | $32,235 | $36,041 | $28,663* | 0.89 |
| 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 Valparaiso University, approximately 26% 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 16 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.