English at Saint Anselm College
Manchester, NH · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree · English Language and Literature, General
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)
32
Optimistic
31
Base Case
24
Pessimistic
Earnings
$35,584/yr (17% vs median)
AI Risk
Very High (61% exposed)
Job Market
Large (73,200 openings/yr)
ROI
3.2x earnings multiple
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 | $616K | $599K | $535K |
| Earnings Multiple | 3.3x | 3.2x | 2.9x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 48% | 41% | 29% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 32 | 31 | 24 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition (Sticker)
$187,240
Median Debt at Graduation
$26,000
8.8 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$63,982
80% growth from Year 1
About Saint Anselm College
With 78% of applicants admitted, Saint Anselm College prioritizes broad access, a smaller institution with 2,032 students in Manchester, NH.
See all programs and financial aid at Saint Anselm College →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
What does a 31/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for English at Saint Anselm College?
At 31/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring English programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
Should I worry about AI if I study English at Saint Anselm College?
The 61% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.
Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research.
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