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Best Journalism Schools in Illinois
Top Journalism programs in Illinois ranked by national standing and graduate earnings -- updated 2026.
Programs listed: 8
Avg major earnings: $47,511
Top Journalism Programs in Illinois
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Earnings reflect graduates of this specific major.
| # | School | 4yr Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northwestern University #50 national | $63,740 |
| 2 | UIUC #67 national | $48,706 |
| 3 | DePaul University #246 national | $48,283 |
| 4 | Loyola University Chicago #341 national | $49,526 |
| 5 | Illinois State University #415 national | $45,989 |
| 6 | Northern Illinois University #663 national | $38,341 |
| 7 | Southern Illinois University-Carbondale #1065 national | $42,041 |
| 8 | Columbia College Chicago #2337 national | $43,458 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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