Education at Western Illinois University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Education, take a look at what Western Illinois University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Western Illinois University is located in Macomb, IL.
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Online Class Availability at Western Illinois University
Many students take online classes at Western Illinois University. Among 6,332 students, 1,607 (25%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,917 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Education Rankings at Western Illinois University
These rankings give you a sense of how Western Illinois University’s Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #9 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #31 of 51 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #45 of 223 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #90 of 222 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #503 of 1,591 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #657 of 1,611 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #9 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #31 of 51 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #45 of 223 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #90 of 222 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #503 of 1,591 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #657 of 1,611 |
Earnings for Education Graduates from Western Illinois University
Those who finish Western Illinois University’s Education program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $44,322 |
| 2 years | $47,632 |
| 3 years | $47,880 |
| 4 years | $50,231 |
| 5 years | $54,583 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Education graduates from Western Illinois University take home a median $50,231, compared with $53,962 for all Western Illinois University graduates — about 7% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Education graduates from Western Illinois University comes in at $25,560.
Best-Paid Careers for Education Graduates
Students who finish Education program at Western Illinois University pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Education graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | $129,049 |
| Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $99,604 |
| Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education | $99,352 |
| Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,329 |
| Teaching Assistants, Special Education | $96,801 |
| Education Administrators, All Other | $91,340 |
| Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education | $89,337 |
| Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $86,398 |
| Special Education Teachers, All Other | $86,208 |
| Teachers and Instructors, All Other | $83,682 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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