Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas at University of Illinois Chicago
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Illinois Chicago graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Illinois Chicago graduates earn $70k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all teacher education and professional development, specific subject areas masters programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas masters's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (34 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Chicago | $70,171 | — | — | — |
| Northeastern Illinois University | $90,465 | — | — | — |
| National Louis University | $65,720 | $65,280 | — | — |
| DePaul University | $60,191 | $59,288 | — | — |
| University of St Francis | $59,586 | — | — | — |
| Concordia University-Chicago | $58,990 | $65,593 | — | — |
| National Median | $56,494 | — | — | — |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeastern Illinois University Chicago | $12,383 | $90,465 | — |
| National Louis University Chicago | $12,345 | $65,720 | — |
| DePaul University Chicago | $44,460 | $60,191 | — |
| University of St Francis Joliet | $37,000 | $59,586 | — |
| Concordia University-Chicago River Forest | $36,258 | $58,990 | — |
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 Illinois Chicago, approximately 50% 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.