Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Rend Lake College
Graduate/Professional Certificate
Earnings Distribution
How Rend Lake College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Rend Lake College graduates earn $26k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities grad-cert programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities grad-cert's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (5 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rend Lake College | $25,516 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $73,456 | — | — | — |
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 Rend Lake College, approximately 31% 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.