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Cheapest Health/Medical Preparatory Programs Colleges in Illinois

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

University of Chicago and Northwestern University appear on this list with net costs above $18,000 despite their reputation for generous financial aid, while Augustana College leads at just $12,437. The 11 programs span a dramatic range from $12,437 to $27,143 in net costs. Northern Illinois University offers the only public option at $12,909 net cost. Illinois healthcare employers, including major Chicago hospital systems like Northwestern Medicine and Rush University Medical Center, create steady demand for medical program graduates. Graduate earnings range from $20,140 to $33,993, with acceptance rates varying from Northwestern's selective 7.21% to Benedictine's accessible 93.12%.
11
Programs
$12,437 – $27,143
Net Price Range
$27,177
Avg. Program Earnings
61.6%
Avg. Graduation Rate

11 Health/Medical Preparatory Programs Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $12,437 $49,834 79.2% 61.2%
2 $12,909 $12,700 49.6% 70.7%
3 $15,113 $37,844 62.4% 89.5%
4 $16,774 $36,258 47.4% 93.0%
5 $18,967 $66,939 94.9% 5.4%
6 $18,992 $28,220 58.3% 81.9%
7 $21,386 $12,320 45.7% 91.3%
8 $21,814 $26,758 52.4% 64.4%
9 $22,048 $28,400 40.6% 86.7%
10 $23,529 $34,290 51.0% 93.1%
11 $27,143 $65,997 95.9% 7.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes private schools competitive with public options for health preparatory programs?

Augustana College's $12,437 net cost actually beats many public universities through substantial financial aid. Even University of Chicago, with a $66,939 sticker price, reduces to $18,967 net cost for many students.

How do graduation rates compare between the most and least expensive programs?

Northwestern University combines the highest net cost at $27,143 with a 95.90% graduation rate. Augustana College achieves a solid 79.20% graduation rate while maintaining the lowest net cost at $12,437.

Is Northern Illinois University the best public option for pre-health students?

Northern Illinois University stands as the only public institution on this list with a $12,909 net cost. The program produces graduates earning $29,016 annually with a 70.68% acceptance rate.

Where do graduates from these programs typically find employment in Illinois?

Chicago's healthcare sector employs many graduates at systems like Rush University Medical Center and Advocate Health Care. The MAP Grant program helps Illinois residents afford these preparatory programs before pursuing advanced medical degrees.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.