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English Language and Literature, General at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Lincoln, NE · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $31,749/yr (4% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (61% exposed)

Job Market Large (73,200 openings/yr)

ROI 12.0x earnings multiple (4.4x out-of-state)

Ranked #168 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 Language and Literature, General graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$486K	$487K	$457K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	12.0x	12.0x	11.3x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	4.4x	4.4x	4.1x
Probability of Field Employment	48%	41%	29%
DegreeOutlook Score	33	33	27

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$40,432

Out-of-state: $110,992 (4.4x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$69,696

-72% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$21,903

8.3 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$44,600

40% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $31,749/yr, roughly in line with the $30,427 national median for English Language and Literature, General. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

With a 12.0x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 6% 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 $21,903 against $31,749/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #168 ranking among 493 English Language and Literature, General programs places University of Nebraska-Lincoln in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

A 40% earnings increase from $31,749 to $44,600 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About University of Nebraska-Lincoln

University of Nebraska-Lincoln accepts 77% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, enrolling 18,887 students in Lincoln, NE.

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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 Language and Literature, General at University of Nebraska-Lincoln?

At 33/100, 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 Nebraska-Lincoln?

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 →