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English Language and Literature, General at University of California-Irvine

Irvine, CA · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $26,021/yr (-14% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (61% exposed)

Job Market Large (73,200 openings/yr)

ROI 9.8x earnings multiple (3.1x out-of-state)

Ranked #256 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 Language and Literature, General graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$567K	$557K	$505K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	10.0x	9.8x	8.9x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	3.1x	3.1x	2.8x
Probability of Field Employment	48%	41%	29%
DegreeOutlook Score	29	29	25

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$56,948

Out-of-state: $180,056 (3.1x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$51,360

10% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$16,446

7.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$52,508

102% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $26,021 track close to the $30,427 national median for English Language and Literature, General programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.

A 9.8x earnings multiple over ten years puts this program in solid financial territory. Tuition is well-justified by projected earnings.

The 11% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some English Language and Literature, General career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $16,446 against $26,021/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #256 ranking among 493 English Language and Literature, General programs places University of California-Irvine in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $26,021-to-$52,508 earnings arc over five years reflects a 102% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About University of California-Irvine

University of California-Irvine admits 26% of applicants, placing it among selective institutions, one of the larger campuses at 29,494 students in Irvine, CA.

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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 29/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for English Language and Literature, General at University of California-Irvine?

At 29/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring English Language and Literature, General programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study English Language and Literature, General at University of California-Irvine?

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 →