Massachusetts · Literature

Best Literature institutions in Massachusetts, ranked by earnings

The Literature program focuses on the study of literary works and cultural expressions across various languages and cultures. It encompasses a wide range of specializations, including General Literature, American Literature, English…

Institutions
4
offering CIP 23.14
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
23
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$24,848
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
70%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Editors
$87,300
BLS OEWS 2024

4 institutions offering Literature in Massachusetts

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1Simmons University
Boston Private not-for-profit
1272%$24,848
2Harvard University
Cambridge Private not-for-profit
998%$15,013
3Hellenic College - Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
Brookline Private not-for-profit
144%$14,334
4Bard College at Simon's Rock
Great Barrington Private not-for-profit
168%$33,155

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Editors (SOC 27-3041).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+0.6%
Little or no change
Openings / yr (US)
~9,800
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$75,260
typically Bachelor's degree

Top skills

Reading ComprehensionWritingCritical ThinkingActive ListeningSpeakingActive Learning

What Editors earn in Massachusetts

Jobs in Massachusetts
3,200
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$87,300
median $78,720
Best-paying metro
$90,540
Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH

Related careers

English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
$103,410 avg · 3,250 jobs
Editors
$87,300 avg · 3,200 jobs
Writers and Authors
$92,520 avg · 1,260 jobs

Common questions

Answers for students comparing Literature programs in Massachusetts.

How much do Editors earn in Massachusetts?+

The average annual wage for Editors in Massachusetts is $87,300 (median $78,720), across about 3,200 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Literature program?+

The Literature program focuses on the study of literary works and cultural expressions across various languages and cultures. It encompasses a wide range of specializations, including General Literature, American Literature, English…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop reading comprehension, writing, critical thinking, active listening, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Editors?+

The national job outlook is about +0.6% growth with around 9,800 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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