Journalism programs in Illinois
Compare 9 reporting programs using the same federal field and credential definition. Earnings are observed four years after completion.
| # | College | City | Median year-4 earnings | Median federal debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northwestern University | Evanston | $80,258 | $15,333 |
| 2 | University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | Champaign | $67,539 | $22,300 |
| 3 | DePaul University | Chicago | $61,708 | $24,334 |
| 4 | Loyola University Chicago | Chicago | $57,407 | $23,000 |
| 5 | Illinois State University | Normal | $55,641 | $23,500 |
| 6 | Eastern Illinois University | Charleston | $54,038 | Not available |
| 7 | Columbia College Chicago | Chicago | $51,639 | $26,000 |
| 8 | Northern Illinois University | Dekalb | $50,658 | $25,750 |
| 9 | Southern Illinois University-Carbondale | Carbondale | $49,880 | $25,500 |
This is an observed-outcomes comparison, not a universal quality ranking. Missing and privacy-suppressed programs are excluded.