Compare 6 English Language and Literature, General. programs in Mississippi. Average earnings: $30,312.
With top graduates earning $37,888, English Language and Literature, General. stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $7K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
Mississippi State University's English Language and Literature program leads with graduates earning $37,888, followed by University of Southern Mississippi at $35,842. The average across all 6 programs is $30,312, demonstrating that outcomes vary significantly even within the same state based on program-specific factors rather than overall institutional reputation.
Highest program earnings: $37,888
Strong outcomes with 76% acceptance
19.8% payment burden | Challenging
40.3% family burden | High burden
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $37,888 | 28 | $22,142 | Challenging | $25,567 | High | |
| #2 | $35,842 | 42 | $22,500 | Challenging | $14,301 | High | |
| #3 | $34,707 | 53 | $20,000 | Challenging | $29,387 | High | |
| #4 | William Carey UniversityPrivate | $29,960 | 12 | $20,832 | High | $12,613 | High |
| #5 | $21,964 | 20 | $15,000 | High | $10,000 | High | |
| #6 | Jackson State UniversityPublic | $21,508 | 8 | $30,470 | High | $15,000 | 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 →
