Government-Verified Program Data
Literature
American University
Median Salary (1yr)
$23,164
Median Debt
$0
Graduates / Year
27
Credential
Bachelor's
Key Metrics
Median Salary (1yr)
$23,164
Median Debt at Graduation
$0
vs National Avg
-6%
Annual Graduates
27
Median Salary (5yr)
$41,343
Program Analysis
American University literature graduates earn less than the national average one year after graduation. Their average salary is $23,164, which is lower than the national average of $24,750.60. However, five years after graduation, the average salary increases to $41,343.
The debt-to-earnings ratio for American University literature graduates is favorable. The program has a debt of $0.
The program graduates 27 students per year.
Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data
How This Program Compares
Literature at American University
Median Earnings (1yr)
$23,164
Median Debt
$0
National Average: Literature
Median Earnings (1yr)
$24,751
Median Debt
$0
Literature at Other Schools
| # | Institution | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg | $30,253 | $0 | 4 |
| 2 | University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus | $30,253 | $0 | 31 |
| 3 | Pace University | $25,758 | $0 | 27 |
| 4 | The New School | $25,618 | $0 | 52 |
| 5 | University of Pittsburgh-Greensburg | $23,868 | $0 | 4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary 1 year after graduation for Literature graduates from American University is $23,164.