Illinois · Taxation

Best Taxation institutions in Illinois, ranked by earnings

The Taxation program focuses on the principles and practices of tax policy, compliance, and planning. It is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in tax-related fields, providing them with the knowledge and skills necessary…

Institutions
1
offering CIP 52.16
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
18
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$28,141
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
68%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Accountants and Auditors
$88,160
BLS OEWS 2024

1 institutions offering Taxation in Illinois

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

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1DePaul University
Chicago Private not-for-profit
1868%$28,141

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Accountants and Auditors (SOC 13-2011).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+4.6%
About as fast as average
Openings / yr (US)
~124,200
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$81,680
typically Bachelor's degree

Top skills

Reading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive ListeningSpeakingWritingMonitoring

What Accountants and Auditors earn in Illinois

Jobs in Illinois
54,690
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$88,160
median $79,300
Best-paying metro
$92,100
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN

Related careers

Accountants and Auditors
$88,160 avg · 54,690 jobs
Financial Examiners
$107,930 avg · 2,970 jobs
Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents
$80,500 avg · 1,290 jobs
Tax Preparers
$50,710 avg · 550 jobs

Common questions

Answers for students comparing Taxation programs in Illinois.

How much do Accountants and Auditors earn in Illinois?+

The average annual wage for Accountants and Auditors in Illinois is $88,160 (median $79,300), across about 54,690 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Taxation program?+

The Taxation program focuses on the principles and practices of tax policy, compliance, and planning. It is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in tax-related fields, providing them with the knowledge and skills necessary…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop reading comprehension, critical thinking, active listening, speaking, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Accountants and Auditors?+

The national job outlook is about +4.6% growth with around 124,200 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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