Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois

Public Policy Analysis bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (7 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
DePaul University
University of Chicago$60,057$85,597$17,4920.29
Northwestern University$48,558$51,876$18,7500.39
University of Illinois Chicago$35,205$17,0000.48
National Median$44,740$22,0000.49

Other Public Policy Analysis Programs in Illinois

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
University of Chicago
Chicago
$66,939$60,057$17,492
Northwestern University
Evanston
$65,997$48,558$18,750
University of Illinois Chicago
Chicago
$14,338$35,205$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 DePaul University, approximately 31% 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.