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Cheapest English Language and Literature Colleges in Texas

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Texas A&M University-Central Texas offers English Language and Literature students a remarkable net cost of just $1,113, making it the most affordable option among 20 programs statewide. This creates an $11,527 gap between the cheapest and most expensive programs, with private institutions like Texas College averaging $10,650 compared to public universities. Texas public universities dominate affordability, with seven of the ten cheapest options being state schools. English graduates from Texas programs earn between $28,055 and $46,087 annually, positioning them well for careers in the state's expanding healthcare communications sector. The Texas Medical Center alone employs thousands of writers, editors, and communications professionals across its network of hospitals and research institutions. With major healthcare employers like HCA Healthcare and Baylor Scott & White requiring constant content creation, English graduates find opportunities in medical writing, patient education materials, and corporate communications throughout the state's medical hubs.
50
Programs
$1,113 – $20,924
Net Price Range
$32,787
Avg. Program Earnings
44.6%
Avg. Graduation Rate

50 English Language and Literature, General Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $1,113 $6,627 95.7%
2 $3,061 $7,846 48.9% 47.9%
3 $5,458 $3,148 26.8%
4 $6,500 $9,859 49.3% 87.7%
5 $8,624 $7,499 26.5% 82.1%
6 $9,144 $10,904 43.0% 94.7%
7 $10,095 $12,500 20.0%
8 $10,204 $9,892 45.6% 96.6%
9 $10,409 $11,720 15.1%
10 $10,650 $10,008 10.7%
11 $10,726 $9,744 45.9% 99.9%
12 $10,948 $8,648 44.2% 93.6%
13 $10,991 $7,592 27.4% 97.1%
14 $11,056 $7,746 50.9% 69.4%
15 $11,234 $8,991 51.2% 86.9%
16 $11,268 $10,026 45.9% 86.5%
17 $11,429 $8,690 37.2% 83.7%
18 $11,882 $10,310 41.3% 92.4%
19 $12,637 $7,930 31.2% 91.5%
20 $12,640 $58,128 95.7% 8.7%
21 $12,915 $8,319 40.7% 79.1%
22 $13,220 $9,548 29.4% 96.1%
23 $13,853 $9,711 64.9% 66.2%
24 $13,931 $9,920 46.8% 93.9%
25 $14,041 $11,299 43.2% 76.1%
26 $14,352 $11,164 59.6% 79.1%
27 $14,623 $7,708 33.8% 88.4%
28 $15,137 $9,748 33.7% 88.0%
29 $15,152 $10,600 51.7% 89.5%
30 $15,235 $11,728 56.5% 80.8%
31 $16,025 $9,228 55.1% 84.6%
32 $16,438 $11,450 56.2% 87.7%
33 $17,760 $31,728 42.4%
34 $18,762 $33,660 68.6% 96.7%
35 $19,398 $37,934 32.4% 60.9%
36 $19,655 $18,610 35.5% 85.7%
37 $19,678 $11,678 87.6% 31.4%
38 $19,710 $38,100 49.8% 84.5%
39 $19,734 $9,173 19.9% 96.8%
40 $19,847 $14,703 36.1% 51.9%
41 $19,988 $31,372 38.6% 56.5%
42 $20,071 $11,852 67.5% 67.3%
43 $20,244 $13,498 38.1% 57.3%
44 $20,261 $7,878 51.2% 87.1%
45 $20,410 $37,396 43.7% 85.2%
46 $20,498 $35,660 51.8% 94.2%
47 $20,540 $23,186 19.2% 69.7%
48 $20,581 $24,588 41.1% 53.6%
49 $20,841 $9,101 47.3% 91.6%
50 $20,924 $13,099 83.8% 62.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Texas A&M University-Central Texas the most affordable English program?

Texas A&M University-Central Texas offers a net cost of $1,113 for English students, nearly $2,000 less than the second-cheapest option. The university maintains a 95.71% acceptance rate, making it accessible to most applicants. As a public institution, it benefits from state funding that keeps costs low for in-state students. The program's location in Killeen provides access to Central Texas job markets while maintaining extremely low educational expenses.

How do private and public English programs compare in cost?

Public universities dominate the affordable end, with 13 of the 15 cheapest programs being state institutions. Private schools like Wiley University ($10,095) and Jarvis Christian University ($10,409) cost nearly ten times more than Texas A&M Central Texas. However, private institutions often struggle with graduation rates, with Texas College showing just 10.7% and Jarvis Christian at 15.1%. Public universities generally offer better value through lower costs and higher completion rates.

Where do English graduates earn the highest salaries in Texas?

University of Texas Permian Basin and University of Houston-Clear Lake graduates both earn $42,682 annually, the highest among reporting schools. These earnings significantly exceed the $28,055 earned by graduates from UT San Antonio and Texas A&M Kingsville. The $14,627 salary difference between top and bottom earners shows how program choice impacts long-term financial outcomes. Geographic location plays a role, with Houston-area programs often leading to higher-paying metropolitan opportunities.

Is the graduation rate a concern for affordable English programs?

Graduation rates vary dramatically across affordable options, from Texas College's concerning 10.7% to University of Houston-Clear Lake's strong 50.9%. Several programs under $11,000 show graduation rates below 30%, including Texas Southmost College at 26.8% and University of Houston-Victoria at 26.5%. Students should balance low costs with completion likelihood, as programs like UT San Antonio offer reasonable $11,234 net costs with a solid 51.2% graduation rate. The most affordable option, Texas A&M Central Texas, lacks reported graduation data.

Does student debt burden vary among these affordable programs?

Student debt levels range from $12,999 at Texas A&M International to $23,239 at Texas Woman's University among reporting schools. University of Houston-Clear Lake graduates carry just $14,125 in debt while earning $42,682, creating the best debt-to-income ratio. Programs with higher net costs don't always correlate with higher debt loads, as UT Rio Grande Valley charges $6,500 net but results in $15,750 average debt. Financial aid packages and completion rates significantly impact final debt burdens across these Texas programs.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.