Program Analysis
At $49,340 per year, English Language and Literature, General graduates from Williams College significantly outpace the $30,427 national average for this major, reflecting strong employer demand for this program's graduates.
An earnings multiple of 2.2x 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 12% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The median debt load of $13,125 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios we track.
Ranked #96 out of 493 programs, Williams College's English Language and Literature, General program lands in the top 5% — a strong signal of graduate success.
The five-year earnings trajectory from $49,340 to $65,491 shows 33% growth, reflecting steady but unremarkable salary progression.