Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois

Biology masters's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (19 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville$56,315
Western Illinois University$47,820$46,564
Northern Illinois University$46,541
Eastern Illinois University$36,094
Roosevelt University$33,998
National Median$43,317

Other Biology Programs in Illinois

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville
$12,922$56,315
Western Illinois University
Macomb
$14,952$47,820
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb
$12,700$46,541
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston
$13,403$36,094
Roosevelt University
Chicago
$20,280$33,998

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 Urbana-Champaign, approximately 24% 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.