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English at Regent University

Virginia Beach, VA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree · English Language and Literature, General

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $23,986/yr (-21% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (61% exposed)

Job Market Large (73,200 openings/yr)

ROI 4.9x earnings multiple

Ranked #438 of 493 English Language and Literature, General programs

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	$389K	$403K	$398K
Earnings Multiple	4.7x	4.9x	4.8x
Probability of Field Employment	48%	41%	29%
DegreeOutlook Score	21	20	17

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$82,744

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$74,996

9% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$26,750

13.4 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (4 Year)

$37,692

57% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $23,986 per year, English graduates from Regent University earn below the $30,427 national average. Lower costs or geographic factors may offset the earnings gap.

The 4.9x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.

AI risk is moderate — 61% task exposure — and the -2% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.

The $26,750 debt load exceeds a year of the $23,986 starting salary, suggesting a multi-year repayment window before graduates break even financially.

At #438 out of 493 programs, Regent University's financial outcomes for English trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

About Regent University

Regent University accepts 41% of applicants, balancing access with selectivity, a compact campus enrolling 4,282 students in Virginia Beach, VA. With 48% of students on Pell Grants, the campus draws from a broad economic spectrum.

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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 Regent University's English program score?

This program scores 20/100 — on the lower end for English. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.

Do Regent University 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 Regent University?

Lower starting pay at Regent University 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. See full methodology →