Communication Disorders Sciences and Services

Bachelor's degree · Northern Illinois University · Dekalb, IL

CIP 51.02

$34,136Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$49,653Median earnings 4 years after
$53,628Median earnings 5 years after
$16,500Median federal debt
41Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Communication Disorders Sciences and Services at Northern Illinois University earn a median of $34,136 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $58,928 four years after graduating (middle half: $44,993–$73,005). Median debt is $16,500, about 48% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Communication Disorders Sciences and Services (Bachelor's degree) at other Illinois schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Champaign
$29,620$20,500

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Communication Disorders Sciences and Services graduates from Northern Illinois University make?

The median salary is $34,136 one year after graduation and $53,628 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $16,500.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.