Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at McKendree University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (48 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McKendree University | $42,107* | — | $31,000* | — |
| DePaul University | $84,066* | $71,435 | $42,350* | 0.50 |
| Saint Xavier University | $51,054* | $40,385 | $31,000* | 0.61 |
| Chicago State University | $45,762* | $49,005 | $54,000* | 1.18 |
| Aurora University | $44,614* | — | $27,000* | 0.61 |
| Northeastern Illinois University | $42,976* | $41,581 | $17,000* | 0.40 |
| National Median | $36,340* | — | $27,000* | 0.74 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| DePaul University Chicago | $44,460 | $84,066 | $42,350 |
| Saint Xavier University Chicago | $36,840 | $51,054 | $31,000 |
| Chicago State University Chicago | $12,754 | $45,762 | $54,000 |
| Aurora University Aurora | $28,220 | $44,614 | $27,000 |
| Northeastern Illinois University Chicago | $12,383 | $42,976 | $17,000 |
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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 11 similar programs in IL. Actual outcomes may vary.