Human Services at University of Illinois Springfield
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Illinois Springfield graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Illinois Springfield graduates earn $48k, placing them in the 49th percentile of all human services 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
Human Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (4 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Springfield | $48,311 | $52,626 | — | — |
| Concordia University-Chicago | $53,541 | — | — | — |
| National Louis University | $50,936 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $48,476 | — | — | — |
Other Human Services Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concordia University-Chicago River Forest | $36,258 | $53,541 | — |
| National Louis University Chicago | $12,345 | $50,936 | — |
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 Springfield, approximately 36% 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.