Illinois · Education

Best Education institutions in Illinois, ranked by earnings

The Education program, specifically categorized as 'Education, Other', focuses on instructional content that encompasses a variety of teaching methodologies and educational theories. This program is ideal for individuals passionate about…

Institutions
5
offering CIP 13.99
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
23
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$20,903
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
69%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Education Teachers, Postsecondary
$66,660
BLS OEWS 2024

5 institutions offering Education in Illinois

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

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville Public
857%
2DePaul University
Chicago Private not-for-profit
568%$28,141
3Northwestern University
Evanston Private not-for-profit
595%$14,799
4Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais Private not-for-profit
461%$20,903
5University of Illinois Chicago
Chicago Public
162%

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Education Teachers, Postsecondary (SOC 25-1081).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+2.1%
About as fast as average
Openings / yr (US)
~5,600
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$72,090
typically Doctoral or professional degree

Top skills

SpeakingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningLearning StrategiesActive LearningWriting

What Education Teachers, Postsecondary earn in Illinois

Jobs in Illinois
4,250
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$66,660
median $60,410
Best-paying metro
$67,490
Bloomington, IL

Related careers

Education Teachers, Postsecondary
$66,660 avg · 4,250 jobs
Teachers and Instructors, All Other
$67,800 avg · 1,550 jobs

Common questions

Answers for students comparing Education programs in Illinois.

How much do Education Teachers, Postsecondary earn in Illinois?+

The average annual wage for Education Teachers, Postsecondary in Illinois is $66,660 (median $60,410), across about 4,250 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Education program?+

The Education program, specifically categorized as 'Education, Other', focuses on instructional content that encompasses a variety of teaching methodologies and educational theories. This program is ideal for individuals passionate about…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

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

What is the job outlook for Education Teachers, Postsecondary?+

The national job outlook is about +2.1% growth with around 5,600 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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