Median Earnings (1yr)
$45,558
25th percentile (40th in IL)
Sample Size
89
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How The Chicago School at Chicago graduates compare to all programs nationally

The Chicago School at Chicago graduates earn $46k, placing them in the 25th percentile of all psychology 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

Psychology masters's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (18 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
The Chicago School at Chicago$45,558$60,162
Illinois State University$55,779
Adler University$54,426
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville$52,062$55,654
National Median$49,123

Other Psychology Programs in Illinois

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Illinois State University
Normal
$16,021$55,779
Adler University
Chicago
$54,426
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville
$12,922$52,062

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 The Chicago School at Chicago, approximately 47% 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.