6 Industrial Engineering Programs
| # | School | Net Price | In-State Tuition | Graduation Rate | Acceptance Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
University of Illinois Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
|
$12,313 | $14,338 | 60.3% | 78.7% |
| 2 |
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, Illinois
|
$12,909 | $12,700 | 49.6% | 70.7% |
| 3 |
Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville
Edwardsville, Illinois
|
$13,696 | $12,922 | 55.0% | 97.5% |
| 4 |
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, Illinois
|
$15,201 | $16,004 | 84.9% | 44.8% |
| 5 |
Bradley University
Peoria, Illinois
|
$23,572 | $39,680 | 72.1% | 75.1% |
| 6 |
Northwestern University
Evanston, Illinois
|
$27,143 | $65,997 | 95.9% | 7.2% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What explains the huge cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs?
Public universities like UIC ($12,313) and Northern Illinois ($12,909) cost roughly half what private Northwestern charges ($27,143). However, Northwestern graduates earn $79,849 compared to UIC's $59,576, a $20,273 salary difference that helps offset the higher tuition investment.
How competitive are admissions for affordable Industrial Engineering programs?
Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville accepts 97.51% of applicants at $13,696 net price, making it highly accessible. University of Illinois Chicago accepts 78.69% at $12,313, while the top-ranked program at UIUC accepts just 44.82% despite charging only $15,201.
Does choosing a cheaper program hurt graduation rates?
Northern Illinois University shows a 49.60% graduation rate at $12,909, while Southern Illinois Edwardsville achieves 55% at $13,696. University of Illinois Chicago reaches 60.30% at $12,313, proving affordable options can maintain reasonable completion rates for dedicated students.
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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.