Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies at Northwestern University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Northwestern University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Northwestern University graduates earn $39k, placing them in the 85th percentile of all ethnic, cultural minority, gender, and group studies bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (23 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University | $39,012 | — | — | — |
| University of Illinois Chicago | $33,366 | $35,261 | $19,448 | 0.58 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | $32,856 | — | $23,402 | 0.71 |
| DePaul University | $18,029 | — | $27,000 | 1.50 |
| National Median | $31,459 | — | $23,000 | 0.73 |
Other Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Chicago Chicago | $14,338 | $33,366 | $19,448 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $16,004 | $32,856 | $23,402 |
| DePaul University Chicago | $44,460 | $18,029 | $27,000 |
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 Northwestern University, approximately 19% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 20 graduates with reported earnings and 13 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.