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Cheapest Hospitality Administration/Management Colleges in Illinois

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

Illinois hospitality programs range from Western Illinois University's $11,592 net price to DePaul's $29,141, creating a significant cost divide. Public universities dominate the affordable end, with three schools under $15,000 annually. Chicago's massive tourism and convention industry, anchored by McCormick Place and O'Hare Airport, generates substantial demand for hospitality professionals. Graduates earn between $32,569 and $42,682, with DePaul leading earnings despite its higher cost.
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Programs
$11,592 – $29,141
Net Price Range
$38,217
Avg. Program Earnings
49.3%
Avg. Graduation Rate

9 Hospitality Administration/Management Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $11,592 $14,952 44.8% 75.0%
2 $12,909 $12,700 49.6% 70.7%
3 $14,093 $13,403 45.2% 68.0%
4 $16,157 $12,345 36.9% 92.1%
5 $16,177 $13,244 56.3% 91.5%
6 $17,082 $13,288 27.7%
7 $20,152 $20,280 41.0% 88.3%
8 $23,572 $39,680 72.1% 75.1%
9 $29,141 $44,460 70.0% 70.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the wide earnings gap among Illinois hospitality graduates?

DePaul graduates earn $42,682 annually while Southern Illinois graduates earn $32,569, a $10,113 difference. Location plays a major role, as Chicago-based programs like DePaul connect students to higher-paying hotel and event management positions in the city's tourism sector.

How do graduation rates compare between affordable and expensive programs?

Bradley University leads with a 72.1% graduation rate despite costing $23,572 annually. Among the cheapest options, Southern Illinois achieves 56.3% while Western Illinois manages 44.8%, suggesting that higher investment often correlates with better completion outcomes.

Is debt load manageable for Illinois hospitality students?

Most programs keep debt reasonable, with Northern Illinois at $24,000 and Southern Illinois at $25,000. DePaul graduates carry just $16,500 in debt despite the program's higher cost, reflecting strong financial aid for a Chicago-based program.

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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.