Gerontology Schools in Illinois
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Jobs for Gerontology Grads in Illinois
In this state, there are 14,000 people employed in jobs related to a Gerontology degree, compared to 436,340 nationwide.
Wages for Gerontology Jobs in Illinois
In this state, Gerontology grads earn an average of $103,522. Nationwide, they make an average of $124,490.
Most Popular Gerontology Programs in IL
Our data covers 6 colleges in Illinois offering Gerontology degrees. Learn about the most popular 6 below:
Graduates earn a median salary of $58,149 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 93% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 63%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $40,194 a year. About 68% of those who apply are admitted. 70% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $45,487 a year. The school admits about 70% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 61%.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $46,159 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 89% of applicants. 81% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $66,498 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 31%, getting in takes some planning. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $18,008 a year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $50,272 a year. About 86% of those who apply are admitted. 74% of full-time students return after their first year.
Gerontology Careers in IL
Some of the careers Gerontology majors go into include:
| Job Title | Nationwide Job Growth | Nationwide Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | 11% | $46,663 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | 9% | $111,314 |
| Social Work Teachers, Postsecondary | 8% | $65,510 |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | 6% | $42,168 |
| Transportation Planners | 4% | $50,855 |
Related Majors in Illinois
Below are some popular majors that are similar to Gerontology.
| Major | Annual Graduates Nationwide |
|---|---|
| Other Interdisciplinary Studies | 30,141 |
| Biological & Physical Science | 28,033 |
| Data Analytics | 12,891 |
| Interdisciplinary Studies | 10,355 |
| Data Science | 7,716 |
| International Studies | 5,740 |
| Nutrition Science | 5,456 |
| Behavioral Science | 5,391 |
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