Public Health
Master's degree · University of Illinois Chicago · Chicago, IL
$67,936Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$89,402Median earnings 4 years after
$90,212Median earnings 5 years after
$45,712Median federal debt
228Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Health at University of Illinois Chicago earn a median of $67,936 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $82,751 four years after graduating (middle half: $61,518–$113,501). Median debt is $45,712, about 67% of first-year earnings.
Public Health (Master's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Chamberlain University-Illinois Addison | $68,487 | $24,025 |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $66,981 | $55,713 |
| Northwestern University Evanston | $66,859 | — |
| Benedictine University Lisle | $64,930 | $67,599 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $57,236 | $35,500 |
| DePaul University Chicago | $56,814 | $46,944 |
| University of Illinois Springfield Springfield | $54,701 | $27,620 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Health graduates from University of Illinois Chicago make?
The median salary is $67,936 one year after graduation and $90,212 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $45,712.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.