Best colleges for Clinical in Illinois
Ranked by graduate earnings
Adler University, Northwestern University and The Chicago School at Chicago award the most Clinical degrees and certificates in Illinois: 362, 359 and 298 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 30 Illinois colleges offer Clinical and award 2,213 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology program focuses on understanding and addressing psychological, emotional, and behavioral issues. It is designed for students interested in pursuing careers in various areas of psychology,…
Top institution, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Chicago Chicago Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $39,808 | 28 | 96% | $13,333 | $12,000 |
Colleges awarding the most Clinical degrees in Illinois
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adler University Chicago Private not-for-profit | 362 | Not reported |
| 2 | Northwestern University Evanston Private not-for-profit | 359 | Not reported |
| 3 | The Chicago School at Chicago Chicago Private not-for-profit | 298 | Not reported |
| 4 | National Louis University Chicago Private not-for-profit | 263 | Not reported |
| 5 | University of Illinois Chicago Chicago Public | 175 | Not reported |
| 6 | Loyola University Chicago Chicago Private not-for-profit | 126 | Not reported |
| 7 | Wheaton College Wheaton Private not-for-profit | 105 | Not reported |
| 8 | Roosevelt University Chicago Private not-for-profit | 93 | Not reported |
| 9 | DePaul University Chicago Private not-for-profit | 57 | Not reported |
| 10 | University of Chicago Chicago Private not-for-profit | 28 | $39,808 |
ShowHide the other 20 Illinois colleges offering Clinical
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Governors State University | University Park | Public | 53 |
| Midwestern University - Downers Grove (Graduate only) | Downers Grove | Private not-for-profit | 40 |
| Benedictine University | Lisle | Private not-for-profit | 28 |
| Illinois State University | Normal | Public | 23 |
| North Park University | Chicago | Private not-for-profit | 23 |
| University of Illinois Springfield | Springfield | Public | 22 |
| Elmhurst University | Elmhurst | Private not-for-profit | 20 |
| Concordia University - Chicago | River Forest | Private not-for-profit | 19 |
| Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (Graduate only) | North Chicago | Private not-for-profit | 19 |
| Judson University | Elgin | Private not-for-profit | 17 |
| McKendree University | Lebanon | Private not-for-profit | 16 |
| Trinity Christian College | Palos Heights | Private not-for-profit | 12 |
| Chicago State University | Chicago | Public | 11 |
| Eastern Illinois University | Charleston | Public | 9 |
| Southern Illinois University Edwardsville | Edwardsville | Public | 8 |
| Western Illinois University | Macomb | Public | 7 |
| Institute for Clinical Social Work (Graduate only) | Chicago | Private not-for-profit | 6 |
| Northern Illinois University | Dekalb | Public | 6 |
| Illinois Institute of Technology | Chicago | Private not-for-profit | 4 |
| Quincy University | Quincy | Private not-for-profit | 4 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Clinical and Counseling Psychologists (SOC 19-3033).
Top skills
What Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn in Illinois
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Clinical programs in Illinois.
Which Illinois colleges award the most Clinical degrees?+
Adler University (362 graduates a year), Northwestern University (359 graduates a year) and The Chicago School at Chicago (298 graduates a year) award the most Clinical degrees and certificates in Illinois, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 30 Illinois colleges offer Clinical.
Which Clinical program in Illinois has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, University of Chicago tops the list at $39,808. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn in Illinois?+
The average annual wage for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Illinois is $95,590 (median $83,750), across about 5,810 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Clinical program?+
The Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology program focuses on understanding and addressing psychological, emotional, and behavioral issues. It is designed for students interested in pursuing careers in various areas of psychology,…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop reading comprehension, critical thinking, active listening, writing, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists?+
The national job outlook is about +11.2% growth with around 4,800 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Doctoral or professional degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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