Medicine
First professional degree · Rush University · Chicago, IL
How this program compares
Graduates of the first professional degree program in Medicine at Rush University earn a median of $66,767 one year after completing the program. Nationally, first professional degree graduates in this field earn a median of $112,460 four years after graduating (middle half: $77,012–$214,525). Median debt is $214,974, about 322% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Medicine (First professional degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Chicago Chicago | $70,564 | $141,166 |
| Northwestern University Evanston | $70,039 | $201,568 |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $66,669 | $249,216 |
| University of Illinois Chicago Chicago | $65,807 | $263,341 |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Carbondale | $63,528 | $222,981 |
Other programs at Rush University
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingDoctoral degree
$119,538 - Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsMaster's degree
$119,510 - Health and Medical Administrative ServicesMaster's degree
$87,850 - Medical Clinical Sciences/Graduate Medical StudiesMaster's degree
$85,204 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingMaster's degree
$81,862 - Communication Disorders Sciences and ServicesDoctoral degree
$80,786 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsMaster's degree
$78,532 - Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsBachelor's degree
$75,202 - Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied ProfessionsMaster's degree
$71,553 - Communication Disorders Sciences and ServicesMaster's degree
$65,171 - Nutrition SciencesMaster's degree
$51,284 - BiotechnologyMaster's degree
$42,762
Frequently asked questions
How much do Medicine graduates from Rush University make?
The median salary is $66,767 one year after graduation and $151,344 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $214,974.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.