Earnings Distribution
How National Louis 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Louis University | $61,839 | $59,443 | -4% |
| Concordia University-Chicago | $67,571 | $65,439 | -3% |
| University of St Francis | $66,085 | $62,830 | -5% |
| Olivet Nazarene University | $62,530 | $62,530 | +0% |
| McKendree University | $65,396 | $54,076 | -17% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Curriculum and Instruction masters's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (25 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 National Louis UniversityChicago | $12,345 | $61,839 | $59,443 | — | — |
 Concordia University-ChicagoRiver Forest | $36,258 | $67,571 | $65,439 | — | — |
 University of St FrancisJoliet | $37,000 | $66,085 | $62,830 | — | — |
 McKendree UniversityLebanon | $34,070 | $65,396 | $54,076 | — | — |
 Olivet Nazarene UniversityBourbonnais | $37,940 | $62,530 | $62,530 | — | — |
 Illinois State UniversityNormal | $16,021 | $57,175 | $48,560 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $55,185 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with curriculum and instruction 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 National Louis University, approximately 57% 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.