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Writing Studies Schools in Illinois

In 2020-2021, 108 students earned their Writing degrees in IL.

As a degree choice, Writing Studies is the 88th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Writing Studies Majors in Illinois

Writing majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 106
Post-Master’s Certificate 2
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 2

Gender Distribution

In Illinois, a writing major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of writing majors in Illinois is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.7%
  • Black or African American: 10.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.4%
  • White: 70.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 3.7%
  • Other Races: 4.6%
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Jobs for Writing Studies Grads in Illinois

13,330 people in the state and 443,420 in the nation are employed in jobs related to writing.

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Wages for Writing Studies Jobs in Illinois

A typical salary for a writing grad in the state is $66,970, compared to a typical salary of $75,500 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Illinois that offer writing degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

19 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
6,769 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 33% are considered full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.17 years. 14 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#2

DePaul University

Chicago
18 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
21,922 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 49% are considered full time. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $51,054 after earning their degree at this institution. The student loan default rate of 3.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

15 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
3,132 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $45,909. Of all the students who attend this school, 90% get financial aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $32,203 after earning their degree at this institution.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
22,603 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $23,279. The average student takes 4.13 years to complete their degree at Northwestern. The student to faculty ratio is 6 to 1.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
22% Graduation Rate
7,402 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. 95% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Graduates earn an average $37,382 after graduation.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
41% Graduation Rate
11,366 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 81% are considered full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $39,852 a year. Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
52,679 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,321. Most students complete their degree in 4.21 years. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $59,402 after earning their degree at this institution.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
4,680 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. It takes the average student 4.33 years to graduate. This private institution charges an average net price of $21,678.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
12,860 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 5.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 93% of students get financical aid. The full-time teacher rate is 72%.

2 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
8,626 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. The full-time teacher rate is 77%. Most students complete their degree in 4.35 years.

Writing Studies Careers in IL

Some of the careers writing majors go into include:

Job Title IL Job Growth IL Median Salary
Technical Writers 4% $67,550
Writers and Authors 3% $58,990
English Language and Literature Professors 2% $59,330
Editors -4% $58,540

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to writing.

Major Annual Graduates in IL
General English Literature 197

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