Economics at Bradley University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Economics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (35 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley University | — | — | — | — |
| University of Chicago | $92,075 | $127,832 | $13,197 | 0.14 |
| Northwestern University | $84,932 | $105,795 | $16,227 | 0.19 |
| Wheaton College | $62,889 | $60,894 | $21,000 | 0.33 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | $58,921 | $75,600 | $21,228 | 0.36 |
| Olivet Nazarene University | $54,169 | — | $27,000 | 0.50 |
| National Median | $51,722 | — | $22,816 | 0.44 |
Other Economics Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Chicago Chicago | $66,939 | $92,075 | $13,197 |
| Northwestern University Evanston | $65,997 | $84,932 | $16,227 |
| Wheaton College Wheaton | $43,930 | $62,889 | $21,000 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $16,004 | $58,921 | $21,228 |
| Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais | $37,940 | $54,169 | $27,000 |
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 Bradley University, approximately 29% 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.