The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Median earnings of all students 4 years after graduating.
EarningsPlus compares student earnings after college against a benchmark of all students with the same graduate degree, adjusting for the in-state / out-of-state composition of the student body.
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Social work master’s graduates in Illinois earn a weighted average salary of $54,793 3 years after graduation, placing them in the bottom 50% nationally.
Cost of living is not considered when comparing states.
Our social work graduate rankings cover 14 of the 16 programs available in Illinois, accounting for 96% of total student graduates. We only include schools with sufficient earnings and/or debt data.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$52,962
Median earnings of all students 4 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.4
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$22,048
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$55,700
Median earnings of all students 4 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.6
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$31,382
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$53,207
Median earnings of all students 4 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.6
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$30,695
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$56,709
Median earnings of all students 4 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.6
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$35,303
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$55,341
Median earnings of all students 4 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.6
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$35,907
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$49,106
Median earnings of all students 4 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.6
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$29,951
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$38,020
Median earnings of all students 4 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.5
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$19,914
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$54,752
Median earnings of all students 4 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.8
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$41,167
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$51,516
Median earnings of all students 4 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.8
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$41,000
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$53,810
Median earnings of all students 4 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.8
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$45,732
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$56,126
Median earnings of all students 4 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings1.1
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$59,888
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$58,889
Median earnings of all students 4 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings1.2
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$69,147
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$61,154
Median earnings of all students 4 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings1.2
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$75,691
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$56,222
Median earnings of all students 4 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings1.2
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$66,359
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
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How long does it take to pay down debt in social work in Illinois?
Years
Under a year
The average debt accrued from a master's degree in social work is covered by average graduate earnings in under a year.
How much do graduates with a master's degree in social work earn in Illinois?
Salary
$54,793
The median master's degree in social work graduate earns $54,793 4 years after graduating.
How much does a master's degree in social work cost in Illinois?
Net cost
$19,859
The average annual cost of a master's degree in social work is $19,859. This is the net cost and considers only students that have received Title IV funds.
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