Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (48 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Benedictine University
DePaul University$84,066$71,435$42,3500.50
Saint Xavier University$51,054$40,385$31,0000.61
Chicago State University$45,762$49,005$54,0001.18
Aurora University$44,614$27,0000.61
Northeastern Illinois University$42,976$41,581$17,0000.40
National Median$36,340$27,0000.74

Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in Illinois

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
DePaul University
Chicago
$44,460$84,066$42,350
Saint Xavier University
Chicago
$36,840$51,054$31,000
Chicago State University
Chicago
$12,754$45,762$54,000
Aurora University
Aurora
$28,220$44,614$27,000
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago
$12,383$42,976$17,000

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 Benedictine University, approximately 39% 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.