Which careers have the most earning potential for writing graduates?
After graduation, writing graduates typically earn high salaries compared to the national average. Top earners make $73,586, while the bottom 20% make closer to $24,269. The median grad salary is $42,259.
Writing graduate salaries over time
The typical early career salary for someone with a bachelor’s degree in writing is $36,234, and within five years of graduation, this average salary goes up to $37,524.
This chart maps the average workforce wage by years of experience:
Wage ($USD)
Wage Range Median Wage
Years of work experience
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