Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at Columbia College Chicago
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (48 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia College Chicago | — | — | — | — |
| University of Illinois Chicago | $60,917 | $52,881 | $16,750 | 0.27 |
| Loyola University Chicago | $55,652 | — | $25,000 | 0.45 |
| Elmhurst University | $48,105 | $46,883 | $24,064 | 0.50 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | $48,038 | $45,096 | $19,500 | 0.41 |
| Wheaton College | $47,714 | $44,810 | $25,000 | 0.52 |
| National Median | $41,809 | — | $26,000 | 0.62 |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Chicago Chicago | $14,338 | $60,917 | $16,750 |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $51,716 | $55,652 | $25,000 |
| Elmhurst University Elmhurst | $41,628 | $48,105 | $24,064 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $16,004 | $48,038 | $19,500 |
| Wheaton College Wheaton | $43,930 | $47,714 | $25,000 |
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 Columbia College Chicago, 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.