Is University of Illinois Springfield worth it?
University of Illinois Springfield is a public, four-year institution in Springfield, Illinois (midsize city). It awarded 1,599 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in computer science, business administration and management and computer systems analysis.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$45,024
Median earnings 4 years after
$63,235
Median earnings 10 years after
$57,103
Average net price
$9,833
Completion rate
53%
Completions (2024)
1,599
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
2,263
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $44,236 | $61,499 | 139 |
| Computer Science | Master's | $97,576 | $126,156 | 89 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | $72,657 | $102,020 | 86 |
| Public Administration | Master's | $61,014 | $77,237 | 76 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $31,978 | $47,802 | 71 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $32,050 | $52,588 | 51 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Post-baccalaureate certificate | $57,726 | $73,514 | 48 |
| Human Services, General | Master's | $48,311 | $66,186 | 40 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | Master's | $48,357 | $58,462 | 38 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $43,081 | $64,048 | 38 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $41,064 | $55,780 | 34 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | Master's | $60,442 | $71,271 | 30 |
| Public Health | Master's | $54,701 | $71,142 | 29 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Master's | $57,079 | $59,629 | 26 |
| English Language and Literature, General | Bachelor's | $39,358 | $48,196 | 26 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | Master's | 224 |
| Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst | Master's | 203 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 174 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 103 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 77 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | 72 |
| Mathematics and Computer Science | Master's | 58 |
| Public Administration | Master's | 49 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 35 |
| Environmental Science | Master's | 31 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 18% | 2,728 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 17% | 2,460 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 13% | 1,957 |
| Public Administration | 13% | 1,941 |
| Finance and Insurance | 7% | 1,088 |
| Manufacturing | 5% | 802 |
| Retail Trade | 5% | 715 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 678 |
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Sources: federal figures for University of Illinois Springfield. 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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