Mathematics
Bachelor's degree · Northeastern Illinois University · Chicago, IL
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$66,269Median earnings 4 years after
$75,220Median earnings 5 years after
$15,000Median federal debt
7Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Mathematics at Northeastern Illinois University earn a median of $41,910. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $69,562 four years after graduating (middle half: $49,058–$97,414). Median debt is $15,000, about 36% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Mathematics (Bachelor's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Chicago Chicago | $100,421 | $12,000 |
| Northwestern University Evanston | $79,530 | $12,418 |
| DePaul University Chicago | $55,586 | $24,846 |
| Illinois State University Normal | $52,597 | $19,750 |
| McKendree University Lebanon | $51,157 | $18,625 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $48,728 | $20,844 |
| Northern Illinois University Dekalb | $44,857 | $23,068 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Mathematics graduates from Northeastern Illinois University make?
The median salary is $41,910 and $75,220 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $15,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.