English at Kent State University at Trumbull
Warren, OH · Public · Bachelor's Degree · English Language and Literature, General
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
26
Optimistic
25
Base Case
23
Pessimistic
Earnings
$22,318/yr (-27% vs median)
AI Risk
Very High (61% exposed)
Job Market
Large (73,200 openings/yr)
ROI
15.9x earnings multiple (6.9x out-of-state)
How AI Changes the Outlook
Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to English graduates.
| Optimistic No Disruption |
Base Case Gradual AI |
Pessimistic Aggressive AI |
|
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Year Earnings | $457K | $462K | $439K |
| Earnings Multiple (In-State) | 15.7x | 15.9x | 15.1x |
| Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) | 6.8x | 6.9x | 6.6x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 48% | 41% | 29% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 26 | 25 | 23 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$29,088
Out-of-state: $66,976 (6.9x ROI)
Median Debt at Graduation
$25,000
13.4 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$36,870
65% growth from Year 1
About Kent State University at Trumbull
with a smaller student body of 1,648 in Warren, OH.
See all programs and financial aid at Kent State University at Trumbull →Top Career Paths
English language and literature teachers, postsecondary
$78,270/yr
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$64,580/yr
Proofreaders and copy markers
$49,210/yr
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does Kent State University at Trumbull's English program score?
This program scores 25/100 — on the lower end for English. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.
Do Kent State University at Trumbull English graduates earn enough to justify the loans?
The debt-to-income ratio of 1.1x suggests an extended repayment window. Whether it's 'worth it' depends on career trajectory, not just first-year pay.
How vulnerable is English to AI automation?
AI won't 'replace' English careers outright, but it is likely to reduce the number of job openings. We model 61% task exposure, which compresses field employment probability in our scenarios.
Why are English earnings lower at Kent State University at Trumbull?
Lower starting pay at Kent State University at Trumbull may reflect local labor market conditions rather than program quality. Many graduates see convergence with national averages within 3-5 years.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research.
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