Special Education and Teaching at DePaul University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Special Education and Teaching bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (30 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DePaul University | — | — | — | — |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | $51,922 | $61,326 | $18,925 | 0.36 |
| Trinity Christian College | $48,840 | $47,999 | $35,611 | 0.73 |
| Illinois State University | $48,358 | $49,411 | $20,436 | 0.42 |
| Western Illinois University | $46,729 | $44,173 | $25,986 | 0.56 |
| Northern Illinois University | $46,578 | $49,485 | $21,452 | 0.46 |
| National Median | $44,139 | — | $26,717 | 0.61 |
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 Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $16,004 | $51,922 | $18,925 |
| Trinity Christian College Palos Heights | $20,325 | $48,840 | $35,611 |
| Illinois State University Normal | $16,021 | $48,358 | $20,436 |
| Western Illinois University Macomb | $14,952 | $46,729 | $25,986 |
| Northern Illinois University Dekalb | $12,700 | $46,578 | $21,452 |
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.