Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions at Chicago State University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Chicago State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Chicago State University graduates earn $68k, placing them in the 67th percentile of all rehabilitation and therapeutic professions 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
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions masters's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago State University | $67,878 | $73,404 | — | — |
| Rush University | $78,532 | $74,763 | — | — |
| Midwestern University-Downers Grove | $74,591 | $74,564 | — | — |
| University of Illinois Chicago | $70,116 | $70,695 | — | — |
| Governors State University | $69,605 | $72,649 | — | — |
| Elmhurst University | $65,792 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $64,132 | — | — | — |
Other Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rush University Chicago | — | $78,532 | — |
| Midwestern University-Downers Grove Downers Grove | — | $74,591 | — |
| University of Illinois Chicago Chicago | $14,338 | $70,116 | — |
| Governors State University University Park | $11,320 | $69,605 | — |
| Elmhurst University Elmhurst | $41,628 | $65,792 | — |
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 Chicago State University, approximately 55% 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.