Is Millikin University worth it?
Millikin University is a private nonprofit, four-year institution in Decatur, Illinois (small city). It awarded 428 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in business administration and management, registered nursing and drama and dramatics.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$40,104
Median earnings 4 years after
$54,115
Median earnings 10 years after
$51,262
Average net price
$21,989
Completion rate
55%
Completions (2024)
428
Years to pay back
1.6 years
Students (undergrad)
1,382
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $71,848 | $82,200 | 69 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $46,431 | $71,489 | 47 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $43,331 | $45,797 | 43 |
| Music | Bachelor's | $21,138 | $43,388 | 42 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's | $43,936 | $52,910 | 41 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | Bachelor's | $24,013 | $38,666 | 41 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $65,398 | $85,419 | 36 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Bachelor's | $26,065 | $48,665 | 30 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $35,413 | $45,444 | 26 |
| Visual and Performing Arts, Other | Bachelor's | $22,815 | $43,858 | 26 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $51,680 | $60,804 | 23 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Doctoral | $259,426 | $324,655 | 19 |
| Social Work | Bachelor's | $41,543 | $52,870 | 17 |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities | Master's | $70,893 | N/A | 17 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Bachelor's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 41 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 31 |
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General | Bachelor's | 21 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 18 |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | Bachelor's | 16 |
| Music Teacher Education | Bachelor's | 16 |
| Musical Theatre | Bachelor's | 16 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 15 |
| Sport and Fitness Administration/Management | Bachelor's | 15 |
| Criminology | Bachelor's | 14 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 21% | 1,886 |
| Educational Services | 20% | 1,751 |
| Manufacturing | 12% | 1,078 |
| Retail Trade | 7% | 621 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 6% | 520 |
| Finance and Insurance | 6% | 503 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 5% | 439 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 417 |
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Sources: federal figures for Millikin University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Illinois. Counts under 10 are not published.
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