Is College of DuPage worth it?
College of DuPage is a public, two-year institution in Glen Ellyn, Illinois (large suburb). It awarded 3,433 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, nursing assistant patient care assistant and emergency medical technology.
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Federal context for College of DuPage
Published by the federal government for federally aided students. It does not say which employers hire graduates.
Median earnings 1 year after
$39,600
Median earnings 4 years after
$55,984
Median earnings 10 years after
$46,909
Average net price
$7,401
Completion rate
25%
Completions (2024)
3,433
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
16,114
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $28,678 | $51,089 | 261 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Undergraduate certificate | $53,537 | $54,763 | 113 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $62,471 | $65,434 | 107 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate | $42,274 | $56,383 | 49 |
| Biological and Physical Sciences | Associate | $22,654 | $52,007 | 45 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $31,086 | $75,450 | 43 |
| Design and Applied Arts | Associate | $31,463 | $50,264 | 36 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate | $59,215 | $70,554 | 34 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $69,105 | $78,079 | 31 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Undergraduate certificate | $52,904 | $51,083 | 24 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Associate | $46,497 | $58,233 | 23 |
| Design and Applied Arts | Undergraduate certificate | $32,133 | $38,780 | 22 |
| Legal Support Services | Undergraduate certificate | $40,429 | N/A | 21 |
| Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications | Associate | $45,016 | $86,313 | 20 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Associate | $28,749 | $40,306 | 20 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 626 |
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | Certificate under 12 weeks | 307 |
| Biological and Physical Sciences | Associate | 232 |
| Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 174 |
| Computer Programming, Specific Applications | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 145 |
| General Studies | Associate | 103 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 86 |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 81 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 72 |
| Computer Programming, Specific Applications | Associate | 63 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 30% | 11,499 |
| Retail Trade | 12% | 4,570 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 8% | 3,122 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 7% | 2,594 |
| Manufacturing | 5% | 2,069 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 1,906 |
| Educational Services | 5% | 1,723 |
| Public Administration | 4% | 1,586 |
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Sources: federal figures for College of DuPage. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Illinois. Counts under 10 are not published.
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