Mathematics at Eastern Illinois University
Bachelor's Degree
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
Mathematics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (48 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Illinois University | — | $45,955 | — | — |
| University of Chicago | $100,421 | $107,611 | $12,000 | 0.12 |
| Northwestern University | $79,530 | $85,521 | $12,418 | 0.16 |
| DePaul University | $55,586 | $75,420 | $26,154 | 0.47 |
| Illinois State University | $52,597 | $56,681 | $20,309 | 0.39 |
| McKendree University | $51,157 | $51,631 | $21,750 | 0.43 |
| National Median | $48,772 | — | $21,500 | 0.44 |
Other Mathematics Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Chicago Chicago | $66,939 | $100,421 | $12,000 |
| Northwestern University Evanston | $65,997 | $79,530 | $12,418 |
| DePaul University Chicago | $44,460 | $55,586 | $26,154 |
| Illinois State University Normal | $16,021 | $52,597 | $20,309 |
| McKendree University Lebanon | $34,070 | $51,157 | $21,750 |
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 Eastern Illinois 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.