Business/Managerial Economics at Western Illinois University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Business/Managerial Economics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Illinois University | $54,491* | — | — | — |
| Loyola University Chicago | $61,333* | $81,155 | $21,574 | 0.35 |
| Wheaton College | $55,300* | $67,358 | $24,000 | 0.43 |
| DePaul University | $53,682* | $81,167 | $21,666 | 0.40 |
| Southern Illinois University Edwardsville | $53,219* | $70,999 | $19,514 | 0.37 |
| National Median | $53,219* | — | $22,250 | 0.42 |
Other Business/Managerial Economics Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $51,716 | $61,333 | $21,574 |
| Wheaton College Wheaton | $43,930 | $55,300 | $24,000 |
| DePaul University Chicago | $44,460 | $53,682 | $21,666 |
| Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Edwardsville | $12,922 | $53,219 | $19,514 |
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 Western Illinois University, approximately 28% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 4 similar programs in IL. Actual outcomes may vary.