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2025 Best English Language & Literature Master's Degree Schools in Washington

2 Colleges in Washington
108 Master's Degrees
$36,561 Avg Early-Career Salary
English Language & Literature is about average in terms of popularity for master's degrees programs. That is, it ranks #17 out of the 37 majors across the country that we analyze each year. As such, the degree program isn't offered at every college in the United States, but there are schools that do have a program in the field that are top-notch when it comes to quality.

In 2025, College Factual analyzed 2 schools in order to identify the top ones for its Best English Language & Literature Master's Degree Schools in Washington ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 108 master's degrees in english language & literature to qualified students.

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Average Earnings

To determine the overall quality of a graduate school, one factor we look at is the average early-career salary of those receiving their master's degree from the school. This is because one of the main reasons people pursue their master's degree is to enable themselves to find better-paying positions.

Other Factors We Consider

The metrics below are just some of the other metrics that we use to determine our rankings.

Our complete ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best colleges for english language & literature students working on their master's degree.

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Since the program you select can have a significant impact on your future, we've developed a number of rankings, including this Best English Language & Literature Master's Degree Schools in Washington list, to help you choose the best school for you.

Best Schools for Master’s Students to Study English Language & Literature in Washington

Learn about the top ranked colleges and universities for english language & literature students seeking a a master's degree.

Top Washington Schools for a Master's in English Language & Literature

1
Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
13 Annual Graduates

Seattle Pacific University is a wonderful choice for individuals pursuing a master's degree in english language & literature. Located in the city of Seattle, SPU is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a master’s in english language & literature from Seattle Pacific University

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Master's Degree Highest Degree Type
27 Annual Graduates

Eastern Washington University is a good choice for students interested in a master's degree in english language & literature. EWU is a fairly large public university located in the fringe town of Cheney.More information about a master’s in english language & literature from Eastern Washington University

Best English Language & Literature Colleges in the Far Western US Region

Explore all the Best English Language & Literature Colleges in the Far Western US Area or other specific states within that region.

State Colleges Degrees Awarded
California 33 831
Oregon 29 89
Hawaii 27 6
Nevada 27 42
Alaska 21 16

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English Language & Literature Majors to Study

Major Annual Graduates
Writing Studies 75
General English Literature 31
Literature 2

Related Major Annual Graduates
Communication & Journalism 241
Theology & Religious Vocations 111
Social Sciences 96
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 34
Area, Ethnic, Culture, & Gender Studies 23
History 23
Foreign Languages & Linguistics 11
Philosophy & Religious Studies 7

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