Median Earnings (1yr)
$105,265
95th percentile
Sample Size
19
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How University of Chicago graduates compare to all programs nationally

University of Chicago graduates earn $105k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all computer programming masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois

Computer Programming masters's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (2 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of Chicago$105,265
DePaul University$94,629$110,780
National Median$94,629

Other Computer Programming Programs in Illinois

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
DePaul University
Chicago
$44,460$94,629

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 University of Chicago, approximately 14% 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.