Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release).
Earnings Distribution
How Western Illinois University graduates compare to all programs nationally
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Museology/Museum Studies masters's programs at top institutions nationally
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Western Illinois UniversityMacomb | $14,952 | $31,788 | — | — | — |
 Fashion Institute of TechnologyNew York | $6,170 | $48,369 | — | — | — |
 University of the ArtsPhiladelphia | $54,290 | $46,528 | $42,356 | — | — |
 Harvard UniversityCambridge | $59,076 | $44,792 | — | — | — |
 George Washington UniversityWashington | $64,990 | $42,498 | $55,706 | — | — |
 Johns Hopkins UniversityBaltimore | $63,340 | $41,463 | $48,296 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $36,232 | — | — | — |
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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.