by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. Also, learn how UChicago ranks among other schools offering degrees in writing.
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In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for writing majors, UChicago came in at #5. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study. It is also ranked #1 in Illinois.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, University of Chicago handed out 36 bachelor's degrees in writing studies. This is an increase of 44% over the previous year when 25 degrees were handed out.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the writing majors at University of Chicago.
The writing program at UChicago awarded 36 bachelor's degrees in 2020-2021. About 28% of these degrees went to men with the other 72% going to women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Chicago with a bachelor's in writing.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 12 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 15 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 4 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General English Literature | 68 |
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