Special Education and Teaching at Concordia University-Chicago
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Concordia University-Chicago graduates compare to all programs nationally
Concordia University-Chicago graduates earn $65k, placing them in the 82th percentile of all special education and teaching 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
Special Education and Teaching masters's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concordia University-Chicago | $64,673 | $66,236 | — | — |
| University of Illinois Chicago | $73,322 | $64,986 | — | — |
| Northeastern Illinois University | $69,073 | $63,982 | — | — |
| DePaul University | $67,561 | — | — | — |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | $62,249 | — | — | — |
| Northern Illinois University | $60,274 | $57,447 | — | — |
| National Median | $56,893 | — | — | — |
Other Special Education and Teaching 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 | $73,322 | — |
| Northeastern Illinois University Chicago | $12,383 | $69,073 | — |
| DePaul University Chicago | $44,460 | $67,561 | — |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $16,004 | $62,249 | — |
| Northern Illinois University Dekalb | $12,700 | $60,274 | — |
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 Concordia University-Chicago, approximately 45% 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.