Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies: certificate earnings by college
Median earnings of rhetoric and composition/writing studies graduates (certificate) one year after graduation, at 7 colleges. National median: $36,724, rising to $46,614 after four years.
| # | College | State | Earnings after 1 yr | After 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus | PA | $51,072 | $63,139 | $22,000 |
| 2 | University of Iowa | IA | $41,963 | $46,614 | $20,124 |
| 3 | University of Cincinnati-Main Campus | OH | $36,724 | — | — |
| 4 | University of Cincinnati-Clermont College | OH | $36,724 | — | — |
| 5 | Central Michigan University | MI | $32,503 | — | $27,251 |
| 6 | Full Sail University | FL | $26,148 | — | $8,312 |
| 7 | Boise State University | ID | $21,677 | — | — |
Earnings are median annual earnings of graduates who received federal financial aid, measured by the U.S. Department of Education. Colleges with too few graduates are not shown.
Frequently asked questions
How much do rhetoric and composition/writing studies graduates earn?
The median college reports $36,724 in earnings one year after a certificate in rhetoric and composition/writing studies and $46,614 four years after. The highest is $51,072 at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus.
How much student debt do rhetoric and composition/writing studies graduates have?
The median federal loan debt for this degree is about $22,000 at the typical college.