English Language and Literature at Whitman College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Whitman College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Whitman College graduates earn $26k, placing them in the 23th percentile of all english language and literature bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Washington
English Language and Literature bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Washington (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitman College | $25,574 | — | $25,701* | — |
| Gonzaga University | $41,077 | $52,197 | $27,000* | 0.66 |
| Whitworth University | $36,387 | $47,054 | $24,642* | 0.68 |
| Western Washington University | $32,334 | $42,267 | $19,500* | 0.60 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus | $31,622 | $47,012 | $18,017* | 0.57 |
| Eastern Washington University | $31,592 | $32,038 | $18,591* | 0.59 |
| National Median | $29,967 | — | $24,529* | 0.82 |
Other English Language and Literature Programs in Washington
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gonzaga University Spokane | $53,500 | $41,077 | $27,000 |
| Whitworth University Spokane | $50,920 | $36,387 | $24,642 |
| Western Washington University Bellingham | $9,286 | $32,334 | $19,500 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $12,643 | $31,622 | $18,017 |
| Eastern Washington University Cheney | $8,353 | $31,592 | $18,591 |
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 Whitman College, 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.
Sample Size: Based on 17 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.