General Literature Major

Description: A program that focuses on literature from one or more genres, cultures or traditions. Includes instruction in period and genre studies, author studies, literary criticism, and studies of various types of literary text. Is General Literature the right major for you?
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General Literature Major

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Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$59,340

Median Hourly Wage

$28.53*

Total Employed Nationally

99,160


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.