Median Earnings (1yr)
$55,506
64th percentile (40th in IL)
Sample Size
191
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How National Louis University graduates compare to all programs nationally

National Louis University graduates earn $56k, placing them in the 64th percentile of all teacher education and professional development, specific levels and methods 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

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods masters's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (34 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
National Louis University$55,506$58,266
University of Illinois Chicago$70,256
Loyola University Chicago$68,237
Roosevelt University$65,702$55,450
University of Chicago$65,351
Aurora University$64,819
National Median$52,903

Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Programs in Illinois

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
University of Illinois Chicago
Chicago
$14,338$70,256
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago
$51,716$68,237
Roosevelt University
Chicago
$20,280$65,702
University of Chicago
Chicago
$66,939$65,351
Aurora University
Aurora
$28,220$64,819

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.