Is Northeastern Illinois University worth it?
Northeastern Illinois University is a public, four-year institution in Chicago, Illinois (large city). It awarded 1,332 degrees in 2024, most often in social work, computer science and psychology.
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Federal context for Northeastern Illinois University
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Median earnings 1 year after
$45,487
Median earnings 4 years after
$60,607
Median earnings 10 years after
$52,234
Average net price
$14,109
Completion rate
22%
Completions (2024)
1,332
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
3,982
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | $62,831 | $88,917 | 159 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Bachelor's | $42,976 | $55,569 | 150 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | Master's | $82,842 | $92,370 | 126 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $35,637 | $54,301 | 120 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $50,475 | $68,328 | 102 |
| Social Work | Bachelor's | $39,178 | $53,848 | 97 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $32,538 | $48,247 | 84 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $40,392 | $53,567 | 84 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $40,719 | $53,121 | 83 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $46,630 | $69,226 | 77 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $48,807 | $64,022 | 75 |
| Social Work | Master's | $45,997 | $59,663 | 65 |
| Human Resources Management and Services | Bachelor's | $49,131 | $63,276 | 56 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $41,938 | $52,176 | 52 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $43,320 | $69,011 | 48 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | 86 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 79 |
| Social Work | Bachelor's | 76 |
| Social Work | Master's | 68 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Bachelor's | 67 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 51 |
| Educational Leadership and Administration, General | Master's | 45 |
| Accounting | Bachelor's | 41 |
| Mental Health Counseling/Counselor | Master's | 39 |
| Computer Science | Master's | 38 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 33% | 7,583 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 15% | 3,437 |
| Retail Trade | 8% | 1,802 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 8% | 1,796 |
| Finance and Insurance | 6% | 1,431 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 1,224 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 4% | 1,023 |
| Manufacturing | 3% | 804 |
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Sources: federal figures for Northeastern Illinois University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Illinois. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page