Earnings Distribution
How McKendree University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| McKendree University | $50,945 | $49,172 | -3% |
| California State University-Dominguez Hills | $68,117 | $87,949 | +29% |
| California State University-Fresno | $56,649 | $84,099 | +48% |
| North Park University | $57,383 | $60,968 | +6% |
| Quincy University | $52,088 | $52,918 | +2% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Education masters's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (16 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 McKendree UniversityLebanon | $34,070 | $50,945 | $49,172 | — | — |
 University of Illinois Urbana-ChampaignChampaign | $16,004 | $62,620 | — | — | — |
 North Park UniversityChicago | $35,325 | $57,383 | $60,968 | — | — |
 Quincy UniversityQuincy | $35,740 | $52,088 | $52,918 | — | — |
 Northern Illinois UniversityDekalb | $12,700 | $50,338 | — | — | — |
| National Median | — | $56,157 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with education graduates
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 McKendree University, approximately 29% 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.