Communication Disorders Sciences and Services at Midwestern University-Downers Grove
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Midwestern University-Downers Grove graduates compare to all programs nationally
Midwestern University-Downers Grove graduates earn $63k, placing them in the 70th percentile of all communication disorders sciences and 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
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midwestern University-Downers Grove | $63,128 | $58,658 | — | — |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | $68,629 | — | — | — |
| Rush University | $65,171 | $70,810 | — | — |
| Saint Xavier University | $64,446 | $67,399 | — | — |
| Northwestern University | $62,757 | $62,680 | — | — |
| Governors State University | $59,492 | $55,374 | — | — |
| National Median | $59,150 | — | — | — |
Other Communication Disorders Sciences and Services Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $16,004 | $68,629 | — |
| Rush University Chicago | — | $65,171 | — |
| Saint Xavier University Chicago | $36,840 | $64,446 | — |
| Northwestern University Evanston | $65,997 | $62,757 | — |
| Governors State University University Park | $11,320 | $59,492 | — |
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). 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.