by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at EIU. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #17 out of 23 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks EIU as a strong choice for general english literature, coming in at #412 out of 681 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best General English Literature Schools | 412 of 681 |
| Best General English Literature Schools in Illinois | 17 of 23 |
| Best General English Literature Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 48 of 79 |
The table below lists every degree level available for general english literature at EIU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 24 |
| Master’s | 27 |
During the most recent reporting year, Eastern Illinois University handed out 24 bachelor’s degrees in general english literature.
EIU holds a strong position among schools offering general english literature at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #17 out of 23 schools by College Factual.
General English Literature students who finish a bachelor’s at EIU earn a median of $38,086 a year. This is lower than $54,001, the median for all majors at EIU.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at EIU, general english literature graduates take on a median debt of $25,053 in student loans. This is higher than $24,225, the typical median for all majors at EIU.
Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,472 | $12,330 |
| Fees | $3,529 | $3,529 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 17% of general english literature bachelor’s degrees went to men and 83% went to women.
The majority of general english literature bachelor’s degree graduates at EIU were White. About 79% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a bachelor’s in general english literature.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 19 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
EIU conferred 24 bachelor’s degrees in english language and literature, general in the most recent reporting year — 83% to women and 17% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (79%).
You can also pursue this field at the graduate level at EIU. Annual graduate completions by level are shown below.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in General English Literature | 27 |
