Business/Commerce (Associate's Degree) at DeVry University-Illinois

Median Earnings (1yr)

$43,716

82nd percentile

60th percentile in Illinois

Median Debt

$30,444

127% above national median

Analysis

DeVry's Business/Commerce associate program produces first-year earnings of $43,716—nearly $7,000 above the national median and matching Illinois's state median. That's genuine earning power, placing graduates in the 82nd percentile nationally. However, students pay a steep premium to get there: median debt of $30,444 is more than double the national average for this degree and among the highest 11% of similar programs nationwide.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.70 means graduates face roughly eight months of pre-tax income in debt—manageable but significant given this is a two-year degree. DeVry serves a predominantly low-income population (65% receive Pell grants), which makes this debt load particularly concerning. While the earnings justify the credential better than many for-profit programs, families should know that comparable earnings outcomes might be achievable at Illinois community colleges for a fraction of the cost.

For students who need DeVry's flexible scheduling or have struggled in traditional academic settings, the strong earnings provide some reassurance. But anyone with access to a local community college should carefully compare total costs before committing—the earnings advantage here isn't large enough to justify doubling your debt burden.

Where DeVry University-Illinois Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all business/commerce associates's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How DeVry University-Illinois graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs Nationally

Business/Commerce associates's programs at top institutions nationally

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
DeVry University-IllinoisLisle	$17,488	$43,716	—	$30,444	0.70
Thomas More UniversityCrestview Hills	$38,400	$83,571	$68,202	$49,185	0.59
Empire State UniversitySaratoga Springs	$7,630	$62,409	$44,964	$12,500	0.20
Davenport UniversityGrand Rapids	$23,324	$49,530	$48,012	$31,338	0.63
Indiana Wesleyan University-MarionMarion	$31,168	$49,463	$54,966	$25,149	0.51
Indiana Wesleyan University-National & GlobalMarion	$8,216	$49,463	$54,966	$25,149	0.51
National Median	—	$36,591	—	$13,437	0.37

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with business/commerce graduates

Sales Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and establish training programs for sales representatives. Analyze sales statistics gathered by staff to determine sales potential and inventory requirements and monitor the preferences of customers.

$138,060/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Industrial Production Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specifications.

$121,440/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Quality Control Systems Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate quality assurance programs. Formulate quality control policies and control quality of laboratory and production efforts.

$121,440/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Geothermal Production Managers

Manage operations at geothermal power generation facilities. Maintain and monitor geothermal plant equipment for efficient and safe plant operations.

$121,440/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Biofuels Production Managers

Manage biofuels production and plant operations. Collect and process information on plant production and performance, diagnose problems, and design corrective procedures.

$121,440/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Biomass Power Plant Managers

Manage operations at biomass power generation facilities. Direct work activities at plant, including supervision of operations and maintenance staff.

$121,440/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Hydroelectric Production Managers

Manage operations at hydroelectric power generation facilities. Maintain and monitor hydroelectric plant equipment for efficient and safe plant operations.

$121,440/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Construction Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate, usually through subordinate supervisory personnel, activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems. Participate in the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation. Includes managers in specialized construction fields, such as carpentry or plumbing.

$106,980/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Administrative Services Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate one or more administrative services of an organization, such as records and information management, mail distribution, and other office support services.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Facilities Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate operations and functionalities of facilities and buildings. May include surrounding grounds or multiple facilities of an organization's campus.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Security Managers

Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees and facilities.

$106,880/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Chief Executives

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

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 DeVry University-Illinois, approximately 65% 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.

Sample Size: Based on 79 graduates with reported earnings and 134 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.