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English at The University of Texas at El Paso

El Paso, TX · Public · Bachelor's Degree · English Language and Literature, General

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $29,550/yr (-3% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (61% exposed)

Job Market Large (73,200 openings/yr)

ROI 13.1x earnings multiple (5.0x out-of-state)

Ranked #179 of 493 English Language and Literature, General programs Top 50%

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	$511K	$509K	$472K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	13.1x	13.1x	12.1x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.0x	5.0x	4.6x
Probability of Field Employment	48%	41%	29%
DegreeOutlook Score	33	33	28

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$38,976

Out-of-state: $102,048 (5.0x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$42,904

-10% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$21,750

8.8 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$47,373

60% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $29,550/yr, English graduates from The University of Texas at El Paso land near the $30,427 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

With a 13.1x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 8% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some English career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $21,750 against $29,550/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #179 ranking among 493 English programs places The University of Texas at El Paso in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

The $29,550-to-$47,373 earnings arc over five years reflects a 60% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About The University of Texas at El Paso

With 100% of applicants admitted, The University of Texas at El Paso prioritizes broad access, serving a student body of 20,547 in El Paso, TX. With 61% 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

What does a 33/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for English at The University of Texas at El Paso?

At 33/100, 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 The University of Texas at El Paso?

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. See full methodology →