Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 60.9%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 60.3%
- Retention Rate
- 78.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $68,740
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $16,704
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 17:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 68.8%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $177/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced/Graduate Dentistry and Oral Sciences. | Master | $208,572 | |
| Advanced/Graduate Dentistry and Oral Sciences. | Certificate | $169,894 | |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | Doctoral | $111,220 | $147,690 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Doctoral | $108,092 | |
| Public Health. | Doctoral | $106,421 | $48,587 |
| Dentistry. | Doctoral | $101,278 | $323,938 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $94,021 | $97,999 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master | $91,744 | $52,000 |
| Engineering, Other. | Master | $84,653 | |
| Engineering, General. | Master | $81,498 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $80,189 | $51,919 |
| Computer Systems Analysis. | Master | $77,213 | |
| Civil Engineering. | Master | $75,921 | $31,596 |
| Psychology, General. | Doctoral | $74,576 | |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | $70,953 | $106,453 |
Outcomes Overview
UIC graduates earn a median of $68,740 within ten years, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 24% with typical debt loads of $16,704. Monthly loan payments of $177 consume only 3.1% of median income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The university's strong ties to Chicago's medical district and business community help explain the robust 94% employment rate. Many graduates enter healthcare, engineering, and finance roles in the city's thriving job market. UIC's location advantages shine through in these outcomes. The combination of moderate debt, solid earnings, and excellent job placement rates delivers a strong return on investment for students willing to invest in their futures.