Educational Administration at Western Illinois University
If you plan to study Educational Administration, you may want to check out the program at 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.
During the most recent reporting year, 26 educational administration degrees were granted at Western Illinois University.
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Online Class Availability at Western Illinois University
Distance learning is available 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.
Educational Administration Rankings at Western Illinois University
Rankings can help you compare Western Illinois University’s Educational Administration program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #4 of 24 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #6 of 89 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #18 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #44 of 90 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #79 of 587 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #309 of 598 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #4 of 24 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #6 of 89 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #18 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #44 of 90 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #79 of 587 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #309 of 598 |
Earnings for Educational Administration Graduates from Western Illinois University
Students who complete Western Illinois University’s Educational Administration program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $68,346 |
| 2 years | $81,702 |
| 3 years | $72,457 |
| 4 years | $75,724 |
| 5 years | $82,067 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Educational Administration graduates from Western Illinois University earn a median of $75,724, compared with $53,962 for all Western Illinois University graduates — about 40% higher than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Educational Administration graduates at Western Illinois University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Educational Administration graduates at Western Illinois University are 62% women (16) and 38% men (10).
Educational Administration Master’s Program at Western Illinois University
Among the 15 master’s educational administration graduates at Western Illinois University, 73% were women (11) and 27% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Educational Administration master’s degree recipients at Western Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 7% of Educational Administration master’s degree recipients at Western Illinois University, lower than the national average of 35%.*
Educational Administration Doctoral Program at Western Illinois University
Of the 11 doctoral educational administration degrees awarded at Western Illinois University, 45% were women (5) and 55% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Educational Administration doctoral degree recipients at Western Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Educational Administration Concentrations at Western Illinois University
The Educational Administration program at Western Illinois University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Educational Leadership | 15 |
| Other Educational Administration | 11 |
Best-Paid Careers for Educational Administration Graduates
Those who complete Educational Administration program at Western Illinois University go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid careers for Educational Administration graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare | $178,795 |
| Education Administrators, Postsecondary | $161,927 |
| Training and Development Managers | $139,524 |
| Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | $129,049 |
| Education Administrators, All Other | $91,340 |
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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