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2024 Best English Language & Literature Schools in New York

47 Colleges in New York
4,455 English Language & Literature Degrees Awarded
$29,690 Avg Early-Career Salary
English Language & Literature is about average in terms of popularity for degree programs. That is, it ranks #18 out of the 38 majors across the country that we analyze each year. So, it might take a little more work to find colleges and universities that offer the degree program.

College Factual looked at 47 colleges and universities when compiling its 2024 Best English Language & Literature Schools in New York ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 4,455 degrees in english language & literature to qualified students.

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Choosing a Great English Language & Literature School

Best English Language & Literature Schools in New York Your choice of english language & literature school matters, so we have put together these rankings to help you make your decision. For our Best Overall English Language & Literature School rankings, we roll up the results of our degree-level rankings, weighted by the number of degrees awarded at that level.

In order to find the schools that are the best fit for you, you may want to filter to one of the degree levels below.

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Associate Degrees in English Language & Literature
Bachelor's Degrees in English Language & Literature
Master's Degrees in English Language & Literature
Doctor's Degrees in English Language & Literature

The english language & literature school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best English Language & Literature Schools in New York. If you'd like to restrict your choices to just one part of the country, you can filter this list by location.

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Best Schools for English Language & Literature in New York

Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the english language & literature degree levels they offer.

10 Top New York Schools in English Language & Literature

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Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
300 English Language & Literature Degrees Awarded
$39,377 Median Starting Salary

It's hard to beat Columbia University in the City of New York if you wish to pursue a degree in english language & literature. Columbia is a fairly large private not-for-profit university located in the large city of New York. A Best Colleges rank of #14 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means Columbia is a great university overall.

There were roughly 300 english language & literature students who graduated with this degree at Columbia in the most recent year we have data available. Those english language & literature students who get their degree from Columbia University in the City of New York receive $9,687 more than the average english language & literature grad.

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Colgate University
Hamilton, NY
Bachelor's Degree Highest Degree Type
54 English Language & Literature Degrees Awarded
9.3% Growth in Graduates

Colgate University is a great option for students pursuing a degree in english language & literature. Located in the town of Hamilton, Colgate is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population. A Best Colleges rank of #67 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means Colgate is a great university overall.

There were approximately 54 english language & literature students who graduated with this degree at Colgate in the most recent year we have data available. Degree recipients from the english language & literature major at Colgate University earn $14,920 more than the average college graduate with the same degree shortly after graduation.

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New York University
New York, NY
Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
206 English Language & Literature Degrees Awarded
$44,151 Median Starting Salary

New York University is one of the best schools in the United States for getting a degree in english language & literature. NYU is a very large private not-for-profit university located in the city of New York. A Best Colleges rank of #27 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means NYU is a great university overall.

There were approximately 206 english language & literature students who graduated with this degree at NYU in the most recent year we have data available. Degree recipients from the english language & literature program at New York University make $14,462 more than the average college graduate in this field shortly after graduation.

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Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
87 English Language & Literature Degrees Awarded
12.6% Growth in Graduates

Cornell University is one of the finest schools in the United States for getting a degree in english language & literature. Located in the small city of Ithaca, Cornell is a private not-for-profit university with a fairly large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #22 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means Cornell is a great university overall.

There were roughly 87 english language & literature students who graduated with this degree at Cornell in the most recent year we have data available. Graduates who receive their degree from the english language & literature program make an average of $24,951 for their early career.

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Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
110 English Language & Literature Degrees Awarded
4.5% Growth in Graduates

Fordham U is a large private not-for-profit university located in the large city of Bronx. A Best Colleges rank of #109 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means Fordham U is a great university overall.

There were about 110 english language & literature students who graduated with this degree at Fordham U in the most recent year we have data available. Those english language & literature students who get their degree from Fordham University make $12,583 more than the average english language & literature grad.

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Vassar College
Poughkeepsie, NY
Bachelor's Degree Highest Degree Type
40 English Language & Literature Degrees Awarded
7.5% Growth in Graduates

Located in the large suburb of Poughkeepsie, Vassar is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population. A Best Colleges rank of #178 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means Vassar is a great college overall.

There were approximately 40 english language & literature students who graduated with this degree at Vassar in the most recent year we have data available. English Language & Literature degree recipients from Vassar College earn a boost of about $9,485 over the typical earnings of english language & literature majors.

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Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
49 English Language & Literature Degrees Awarded
$59,532 Median Starting Salary

The Graduate Center is a moderately-sized public school located in the city of New York. A Best Colleges rank of #182 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means The Graduate Center is a great school overall.

There were about 49 english language & literature students who graduated with this degree at The Graduate Center in the most recent data year. Those english language & literature students who get their degree from The Graduate Center, CUNY make $29,842 more than the standard english language & literature grad.

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Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
57 English Language & Literature Degrees Awarded
$30,818 Median Starting Salary

University of Rochester is a large private not-for-profit university located in the midsize city of Rochester. A Best Colleges rank of #104 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means University of Rochester is a great university overall.

There were roughly 57 english language & literature students who graduated with this degree at University of Rochester in the most recent year we have data available. Students who graduate with their degree from the english language & literature program state that they receive average early career wages of $30,818.

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Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY
Doctor's Degree Highest Degree Type
139 English Language & Literature Degrees Awarded
12.9% Growth in Graduates

SUNY Stony Brook is a very large public university located in the large suburb of Stony Brook. A Best Colleges rank of #253 out of 2,217 schools nationwide means SUNY Stony Brook is a great university overall.

There were about 139 english language & literature students who graduated with this degree at SUNY Stony Brook in the most recent data year. Those english language & literature students who get their degree from Stony Brook University earn $7,426 more than the typical english language & literature graduate.

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Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
78 English Language & Literature Degrees Awarded
$30,738 Median Starting Salary

Located in the city of Syracuse, Syracuse is a private not-for-profit university with a very large student population. A Best Colleges rank of #132 out of 2,217 colleges nationwide means Syracuse is a great university overall.

There were about 78 english language & literature students who graduated with this degree at Syracuse in the most recent data year. Graduates who receive their degree from the english language & literature program earn about $30,738 for their early career.

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Best English Language & Literature Colleges in the Middle Atlantic Region

Explore all the Best English Language & Literature Schools in the Middle Atlantic Area or other specific states within that region.

State Colleges Degrees Awarded
New Jersey 38 1,189
Pennsylvania 38 2,599
Maryland 37 936
Delaware 33 115
District of Columbia 33 246

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English Language & Literature Majors to Study

Major Annual Graduates
General English Literature 3,184
Writing Studies 868
Literature 288
English Literature (Other) 115

View All English Language & Literature Related Majors >

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