Compare 10 Audiology/Audiologist. programs in Illinois. Average earnings: $54,433.
With top graduates earning $62,239, Audiology/Audiologist. stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $8K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
Elmhurst University's Audiology/Audiologist. program leads with graduates earning $62,239, followed closely by University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign at $61,937. The average across all 10 Illinois programs is $54,433, yet these top performers demonstrate how program-specific factors drive outcomes beyond school reputation.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign graduates borrow $19,500 and face just a 6.8% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families, Saint Xavier University leads with a 16.2% family burden—proof that the best choice depends on who's paying.
Highest program earnings: $62,239
Strong outcomes ($62,239) with 76% acceptance
6.8% payment burden | Excellent
16.2% family burden | Manageable
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Elmhurst UniversityPrivate | $62,239 | 22 | $20,489 | Excellent | $27,470 | Manageable |
| #2 | $61,937 | 80 | $19,500 | Excellent | $34,511 | Challenging | |
| #3 | Saint Xavier UniversityPrivate | $61,614 | 25 | $22,223 | Excellent | $20,742 | Manageable |
| #4 | $56,875 | 21 | $21,500 | Good | $17,781 | Manageable | |
| #5 | Augustana CollegePrivate | $55,364 | 29 | $27,000 | Good | $37,219 | High |
| #6 | $52,503 | 71 | $20,482 | Good | $28,767 | Challenging | |
| #7 | $51,205 | 35 | $20,500 | Good | $21,500 | Challenging | |
| #8 | $48,687 | 28 | $18,618 | Good | $13,991 | Challenging | |
| #9 | $47,528 | 34 | $22,162 | Manageable | $19,508 | Challenging | |
| #10 | $46,373 | 17 | $21,543 | Manageable | $19,500 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
