Educational/Instructional Media Design at Aurora University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Aurora University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Aurora University graduates earn $64k, placing them in the 56th percentile of all educational/instructional media design masters programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Educational/Instructional Media Design masters's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora University | $63,938 | $58,435 | — | — |
| Northern Illinois University | $68,913 | $62,919 | — | — |
| Concordia University-Chicago | $68,606 | $74,742 | — | — |
| Western Illinois University | $60,911 | $55,222 | — | — |
| National Median | $62,499 | — | — | — |
Other Educational/Instructional Media Design Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Illinois University Dekalb | $12,700 | $68,913 | — |
| Concordia University-Chicago River Forest | $36,258 | $68,606 | — |
| Western Illinois University Macomb | $14,952 | $60,911 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Aurora University, approximately 43% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.