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Best Civil Engineering Schools in Illinois
Top Civil Engineering programs in Illinois ranked by national standing and graduate earnings -- updated 2026.
Programs listed: 6
Avg major earnings: $74,234
Top Civil Engineering Programs in Illinois
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Earnings reflect graduates of this specific major.
| # | School | 4yr Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | UIUC #67 national | $79,514 |
| 2 | Illinois Institute of Technology #195 national | $74,292 |
| 3 | University of Illinois Chicago #248 national | $75,853 |
| 4 | Bradley University #249 national | $73,795 |
| 5 | Southern Illinois University Edwardsville #886 national | $70,607 |
| 6 | Southern Illinois University-Carbondale #1065 national | $71,341 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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