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. We've also included details on how UMass Amherst ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in writing.
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The bachelor's program at UMass Amherst was ranked #151 on College Factual's Best Schools for writing list.
In 2021, 20 students received their master’s degree in writing from UMass Amherst. This makes it the #47 most popular school for writing master’s degree candidates in the country.
Graduates of the master's writing program at UMass Amherst make a median salary of $25,315. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $37,580.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the writing majors at University of Massachusetts Amherst.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 20 writing majors earned their master's degree from UMass Amherst. Of these graduates, 35% were men and 65% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 55% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Massachusetts Amherst with a master's in writing.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 11 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 4 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General English Literature | 146 |
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