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English at Cleveland State University

Cleveland, OH · Public · Bachelor's Degree · English Language and Literature, General

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $28,649/yr (-6% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (61% exposed)

Job Market Large (73,200 openings/yr)

ROI 9.1x earnings multiple (6.4x out-of-state)

Ranked #360 of 493 English Language and Literature, General programs

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	$453K	$458K	$436K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	9.0x	9.1x	8.7x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	6.3x	6.4x	6.1x
Probability of Field Employment	48%	41%	29%
DegreeOutlook Score	25	25	20

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$50,452

Out-of-state: $71,892 (6.4x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$64,260

-27% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$20,824

8.7 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$38,489

34% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $28,649/yr, English graduates from Cleveland State University land near the $30,427 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

A 9.1x earnings multiple over ten years puts this program in solid financial territory. Tuition is well-justified by projected earnings.

The 4% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some English career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $20,824 against $28,649/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #360 ranking among 493 English programs places Cleveland State University in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

A 34% earnings increase from $28,649 to $38,489 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About Cleveland State University

With 95% of applicants admitted, Cleveland State University prioritizes broad access, with a mid-sized student body of 9,077 in Cleveland, OH.

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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 25/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for English at Cleveland State University?

At 25/100, 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 Cleveland State 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. See full methodology →