Program Analysis
Graduates earn $35,468/yr, edging above the $30,427 national average for English Language and Literature, General — a modest premium that suggests solid regional demand.
An earnings multiple of 2.9x means the program roughly breaks even in financial terms over ten years. Non-financial factors need to justify the investment.
AI risk is moderate — 61% task exposure — and the 16% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $24,995 debt-to-$35,468 income ratio translates to about 8 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
Ranked #158 out of 493 programs, University of San Francisco's English Language and Literature, General offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.
Earnings growth from $35,468 to $73,223 over five years (106% increase) indicates that graduates in this field see meaningful salary progression.