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 Wilkes ranks in comparison to other schools with writing programs.
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The writing major at Wilkes is not ranked on College Factual’s Best Colleges and Universities for Writing Studies. This could be for a number of reasons, such as not having enough data on the major or school to make an accurate assessment of its quality.
In 2022, 32 students received their master’s degree in writing from Wilkes. This makes it the #19 most popular school for writing master’s degree candidates in the country.
Part-time undergraduates at Wilkes paid an average of $1,120 per credit hour in 2022-2023. This tuition was the same for both in-state and out-of-state students. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $40,308 | $40,308 |
| Fees | $1,978 | $1,978 |
| Books and Supplies | $400 | $400 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $16,006 | $16,006 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,193 | $3,193 |
Learn more about Wilkes tuition and fees.
Wilkes does not offer an online option for its writing bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Wilkes Online Learning page.
Writing majors graduating with a master's degree from Wilkes make a median salary of $33,352 a year. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $41,249.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, 33 students graduated with a master's degree in writing from Wilkes. About 39% were men and 61% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 76% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Wilkes University with a master's in writing.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 25 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the writing majors at Wilkes University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General English Literature | 15 |
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