by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. In addition, we cover how GMU ranks in comparison to other schools with literature programs.
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The bachelor's program at GMU was ranked #4 on College Factual's Best Schools for literature list.
In 2022, 24 students received their master’s degree in literature from GMU. This makes it the #2 most popular school for literature master’s degree candidates in the country.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at GMU paid an average of $1,427 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $420 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $10,095 | $34,259 |
| Fees | $3,720 | $3,720 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,278 | $1,278 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $15,151 | $15,151 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,504 | $3,504 |
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GMU does not offer an online option for its literature bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the GMU Online Learning page.
Of the 23 students who earned a master's degree in Literature from GMU in 2021-2022, 22% were men and 78% were women.
The majority of master's degree recipients in this major at GMU are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 78% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from George Mason University with a master's in literature.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 18 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the literature majors at George Mason University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General English Literature | 106 |
| Writing Studies | 58 |
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