Compare 6 English Language and Literature, General. programs in Kansas. Average earnings: $33,483.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, English Language and Literature, General. tells a different story. Across 6 programs in Kansas, earnings range from $24,035 to $38,670—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
Washburn University's English Language and Literature program leads with graduates earning $38,670, well above the state average of $33,483. The University of Kansas follows at $37,147, while Wichita State reaches $34,846—demonstrating that program-specific factors drive outcomes more than institutional prestige.
Highest program earnings: $38,670
Strong outcomes with 88.2% acceptance
15.4% payment burden | Manageable - payment 12-18% of discretionary
28.9% family burden | High burden - payment over 25% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Washburn UniversityPublic | $38,670 | 21 | $18,127 | Manageable | $13,741 | High |
| #2 | University Of KansasPublic | $37,147 | 81 | $21,000 | Challenging | $32,347 | High |
| #3 | Wichita State UniversityPublic | $34,846 | 19 | $20,500 | Challenging | $14,306 | High |
| #4 | $33,988 | 6 | $18,969 | Challenging | $10,000 | High | |
| #5 | Benedictine CollegePrivate | $32,214 | 14 | $24,599 | High | $41,904 | High |
| #6 | Kansas State UniversityPublic | $24,035 | 39 | $21,250 | High | $27,283 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
