Compare 11 English Language and Literature, General. programs in Oregon. Average earnings: $35,640.
English Language and Literature programs in Oregon produce graduates earning between $25,658 and $50,756—a $25K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 11 ranked programs, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
At the top, University of Portland produces English graduates earning $50,756, significantly outpacing the state average of $35,640. Oregon State University follows with $38,393, while Lewis & Clark College delivers $37,666—proving that program-level factors drive outcomes more than overall school rankings.
Highest program earnings: $50,756
Strong outcomes with 95.4% acceptance
10.4% payment burden | Good - payment 8-12% of discretionary
38.7% family burden | High burden - payment over 25% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of PortlandPrivate | $50,756 | 18 | $21,370 | Good | $57,555 | High |
| #2 | Oregon State UniversityPublic | $38,393 | 47 | $21,221 | Challenging | $28,923 | High |
| #3 | Lewis & Clark CollegePrivate | $37,666 | 30 | $19,500 | Manageable | $33,625 | High |
| #4 | $37,537 | 117 | $20,500 | Challenging | $18,859 | High | |
| #5 | Corban UniversityPrivate | $36,587 | 20 | $22,625 | Challenging | $23,793 | High |
| #6 | University Of OregonPublic | $36,073 | 74 | $20,139 | Challenging | $44,405 | High |
| #7 | George Fox UniversityPrivate | $35,946 | 15 | $24,250 | Challenging | $33,547 | High |
| #8 | Reed CollegePrivate | $35,350 | 15 | $21,500 | Challenging | $48,773 | High |
| #9 | $29,834 | 19 | $20,332 | High | $21,279 | High | |
| #10 | $28,236 | 18 | $20,609 | High | $23,014 | High | |
| #11 | Willamette UniversityPrivate | $25,658 | 25 | $21,500 | High | $36,571 | 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 →
