Illinois · Cognitive Science

Best Cognitive Science institutions in Illinois, ranked by earnings

Cognitive Science is an interdisciplinary field that explores the nature of human thought, behavior, and understanding through various lenses, including psychology, sociology, and computer science. This program is designed for students…

Institutions
3
offering CIP 30.25
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
27
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$14,799
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
92%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Self-Enrichment Teachers
$50,690
BLS OEWS 2024

3 institutions offering Cognitive Science in Illinois

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1University of Illinois Urbana - Champaign
Champaign Public
1685%
2University of Chicago
Chicago Private not-for-profit
796%$13,333
3Northwestern University
Evanston Private not-for-profit
495%$14,799

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Self-Enrichment Teachers (SOC 25-3021).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+3.7%
About as fast as average
Openings / yr (US)
~51,400
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$45,590
typically High school diploma or equivalent

Top skills

SpeakingActive ListeningLearning StrategiesReading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive Learning

What Self-Enrichment Teachers earn in Illinois

Jobs in Illinois
12,950
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$50,690
median $42,870
Best-paying metro
$52,090
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN

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Common questions

Answers for students comparing Cognitive Science programs in Illinois.

How much do Self-Enrichment Teachers earn in Illinois?+

The average annual wage for Self-Enrichment Teachers in Illinois is $50,690 (median $42,870), across about 12,950 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Cognitive Science program?+

Cognitive Science is an interdisciplinary field that explores the nature of human thought, behavior, and understanding through various lenses, including psychology, sociology, and computer science. This program is designed for students…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop speaking, active listening, learning strategies, reading comprehension, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Self-Enrichment Teachers?+

The national job outlook is about +3.7% growth with around 51,400 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A High school diploma or equivalent is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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