Best colleges for Construction Management in Illinois
Ranked by graduate earnings
Illinois State University, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and Eastern Illinois University award the most Construction Management degrees and certificates in Illinois: 48, 20 and 16 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 11 Illinois colleges offer Construction Management and award 257 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Construction Management program equips students with the essential skills and knowledge to oversee construction projects from inception to completion. This program is ideal for individuals interested in applying project management…
Top 2 institutions, 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 | Illinois State University Normal Public · Bachelor's degree | $70,672 | 48 | 65% | — | $21,500 |
| 2 | Western Illinois University Macomb Public · Bachelor's degree Small program | $70,789 | 14 | 45% | — | $26,000 |
Colleges awarding the most Construction Management degrees in Illinois
Top 9 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 | Illinois State University Normal Public | 48 | $70,672 |
| 2 | Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Edwardsville Public | 20 | Not reported |
| 3 | Eastern Illinois University Charleston Public | 16 | Not reported |
| 4 | City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College Chicago Public | 14 | Not reported |
| 5 | Western Illinois University Macomb Public | 14 | $70,789 |
| 6 | John A Logan College Carterville Public | 13 | Not reported |
| 7 | Parkland College Champaign Public | 10 | Not reported |
| 8 | McHenry County College Crystal Lake Public | 9 | Not reported |
| 9 | Kaskaskia College Centralia Public | 1 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 2 Illinois colleges offering Construction Management
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joliet Junior College | Joliet | Public | 99 |
| College of DuPage | Glen Ellyn | Public | 13 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Construction Managers (SOC 11-9021).
Top skills
What Construction Managers earn in Illinois
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Construction Management programs in Illinois.
Which Illinois colleges award the most Construction Management degrees?+
Illinois State University (48 graduates a year), Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (20 graduates a year) and Eastern Illinois University (16 graduates a year) award the most Construction Management degrees and certificates in Illinois, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 11 Illinois colleges offer Construction Management.
Which Construction Management program in Illinois has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Illinois State University tops the list at $70,672. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Construction Managers earn in Illinois?+
The average annual wage for Construction Managers in Illinois is $117,010 (median $109,160), across about 19,160 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Construction Management program?+
The Construction Management program equips students with the essential skills and knowledge to oversee construction projects from inception to completion. This program is ideal for individuals interested in applying project management…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop critical thinking, active listening, reading comprehension, speaking, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Construction Managers?+
The national job outlook is about +8.7% growth with around 46,800 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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