Rhetoric & Composition
Wilkes University · Wilkes-Barre, PA
The Rhetoric & Composition program at Wilkes University awards a Master degree. Graduates earn a median salary of $37,334 four years after completion, compared to a national median of $58,664 for Rhetoric & Composition programs. Graduates typically enter roles like Technical Writers, Postsecondary Teachers, and English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary. The median salary for Technical Writers is $80,050. Approximately 38 students completed this program in the most recent reporting year.
Master
Median Earnings (4yr)
$37,334
Completers
38
Related Careers
| Job Title | Median Salary | Job Growth (10yr) | Total Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Writers | $80,050 | 1% | 47,970 |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | $79,870 | Not reported | 166,980 |
| English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary | $78,130 | Not reported | 57,600 |
| Editors | $75,020 | 1% | 95,700 |
| Writers and Authors | $73,690 | 4% | 49,450 |
Show 1 more related occupations
| Job Title | Median Salary | Job Growth (10yr) | Total Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proofreaders and Copy Markers | $48,790 | Not reported | 5,490 |
Institution Overview
In-State Tuition
$43,496
Out-of-State Tuition
$43,496
Graduation Rate
61.8%
Total Enrollment
1,985
Same Program at Other Institutions
- Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia — $129,192
- University of North Texas — $80,536
- Johns Hopkins University — $79,084
- Carnegie Mellon University — $78,716
- University at Albany — $76,461