English at Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC · Public · Bachelor's Degree · English Language and Literature, General
DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition
24
Optimistic
24
Base Case
19
Pessimistic
Earnings
$28,219/yr (-7% vs median)
AI Risk
Very High (61% exposed)
Job Market
Large (73,200 openings/yr)
ROI
7.3x earnings multiple (3.9x out-of-state)
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 | $465K | $469K | $444K |
| Earnings Multiple (In-State) | 7.3x | 7.3x | 7.0x |
| Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State) | 3.8x | 3.9x | 3.7x |
| Probability of Field Employment | 48% | 41% | 29% |
| DegreeOutlook Score | 24 | 24 | 19 |
10-Year Earnings Projection
*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.
4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)
$63,824
Out-of-state: $121,144 (3.9x ROI)
Median Debt at Graduation
$24,200
10.3 months of Year 1 earnings
Reported Earnings (5 Year)
$40,259
43% growth from Year 1
About Winthrop University
With 75% of applicants admitted, Winthrop University prioritizes broad access, a smaller institution with 3,424 students in Rock Hill, SC.
See all programs and financial aid at Winthrop University →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 24/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for English at Winthrop University?
At 24/100, 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 Winthrop University?
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.
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