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English at University of Richmond

University of Richmond, VA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree · English Language and Literature, General

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $38,333/yr (26% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (61% exposed)

Job Market Large (73,200 openings/yr)

ROI 2.1x earnings multiple

Ranked #320 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	$544K	$537K	$492K
Earnings Multiple	2.2x	2.1x	2.0x
Probability of Field Employment	48%	41%	29%
DegreeOutlook Score	27	27	19

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$250,400

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$133,668

47% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$22,980

7.2 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$55,411

45% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $38,333 put University of Richmond's English program 26% above the national median of $30,427 — one of the higher-earning programs in this field.

At 2.1x tuition cost, the financial math is tight. Decade earnings don't dramatically exceed what you paid, making school choice and aid packages critical.

The 10% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some English career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $22,980 against $38,333/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #320 ranking among 493 English programs places University of Richmond in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

A 45% earnings increase from $38,333 to $55,411 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About University of Richmond

University of Richmond accepts 23% of applicants — selective, though not ultra-competitive, a smaller institution with 3,002 students in University of Richmond, VA. Financial aid reduces the effective four-year cost to $133,668 — 47% less than the list price.

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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 27/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for English at University of Richmond?

At 27/100, 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 University of Richmond?

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 →