Student Counseling and Personnel Services at Eastern Illinois University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Eastern Illinois University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Eastern Illinois University graduates earn $45k, placing them in the 20th percentile of all student counseling and personnel services 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
Student Counseling and Personnel Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Illinois University | $45,390 | $46,080 | — | — |
| Concordia University-Chicago | $74,696 | $66,588 | — | — |
| Northeastern Illinois University | $68,449 | — | — | — |
| Roosevelt University | $60,768 | — | — | — |
| Bradley University | $57,401 | $48,991 | — | — |
| Lewis University | $56,337 | $59,416 | — | — |
| National Median | $49,765 | — | — | — |
Other Student Counseling and Personnel Services Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concordia University-Chicago River Forest | $36,258 | $74,696 | — |
| Northeastern Illinois University Chicago | $12,383 | $68,449 | — |
| Roosevelt University Chicago | $20,280 | $60,768 | — |
| Bradley University Peoria | $39,680 | $57,401 | — |
| Lewis University Romeoville | $37,882 | $56,337 | — |
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.