American Literature (United States)
A program that focuses on the literature and literary development, both formal and folkloric, of the United States from the Colonial Era to the present. Includes instruction in period and genre studies, author studies, literary criticism, and regional and oral traditions.
- Schools offering
- 3
- Annual completions
- 20
- Typical degree level
- Bachelor's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $47k
About this major
A program that focuses on the literature and literary development, both formal and folkloric, of the United States from the Colonial Era to the present. Includes instruction in period and genre studies, author studies, literary criticism, and regional and oral traditions.
Where this major leads
Occupations most often associated with this major, from the federal BLS+O*NET crosswalk. Job-growth projections and median wages are national.
| Occupation | Median wage | Job growth | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| English language and literature teachers, postsecondary | $78k | 0.0% | Doctoral or professional degree |
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$47k
Top colleges for American Literature (United States)
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of California-Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | 0 | 16 | 16 |
| Southern Adventist University | Collegedale, TN | 0 | 4 | 4 |
| Bard College at Simon's Rock | Great Barrington, MA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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