Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods at National Louis University

National Louis University graduates in Management Sciences earn $68,572 four years out—substantially more than the $48,715 median for Illinois programs and placing this degree in the 60th percentile statewide. That's a meaningful advantage for a school with open enrollment serving a majority first-generation and low-income student population. Students here borrow a manageable $26,094, well below what most programs demand for similar or worse outcomes.

The numbers tell a practical story: graduates start at $59,084 and see 16% earnings growth over four years, a trajectory that significantly outpaces their debt load. While this program doesn't reach the heights of North Central College or UIUC's top-tier results, it beats half the state's programs and does so at below-median borrowing levels. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.44 means graduates owe less than half their first-year salary—a comfortable position for building financial stability.

For families weighing this option, National Louis delivers what matters most: graduates earn more than peers at comparable Illinois schools while taking on less debt. The moderate sample size suggests consistent placement rather than outlier outcomes. This is a solid value play in the Chicago market, particularly for students seeking upward mobility without the risk of crushing debt.