English & Literature
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
National earnings data, top schools, and state-by-state breakdown for Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies graduates.
Median Salary (1yr)
$34,919
Median Salary (5yr)
$44,657
Median Debt
$0
Schools Offering
1,320
Top Schools for Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
| # | School | Earnings (1yr) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The University of Texas at Austin TX | $82,205 |
| 2 | Northeastern University MA | $77,360 |
| 3 | Northeastern University Professional Programs MA | $77,360 |
| 4 | Mount Saint Mary's University CA | $70,010 |
| 5 | The University of Texas at El Paso TX | $63,112 |
| 6 | Ashland University OH | $61,708 |
| 7 | Duquesne University PA | $58,015 |
| 8 | Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus NJ | $56,767 |
| 9 | Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus NJ | $56,767 |
| 10 | Kennesaw State University GA | $55,464 |
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies by State
Massachusetts
23 schools
$56,180
Connecticut
5 schools
$50,135
Utah
4 schools
$47,950
Maryland
8 schools
$46,727
Texas
32 schools
$45,416
Oregon
13 schools
$44,173
New Jersey
16 schools
$43,968
Maine
6 schools
$43,673
South Carolina
12 schools
$43,505
North Carolina
19 schools
$41,595
Arizona
7 schools
$38,034
Idaho
6 schools
$37,286
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Frequently Asked Questions
The national median salary for Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies graduates 1 year after graduation is $34,919.