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Best Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Schools in Illinois
Top Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing programs in Illinois ranked by national standing and graduate earnings -- updated 2026.
Programs listed: 31
Avg major earnings: $72,471
Top Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Programs in Illinois
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Earnings reflect graduates of this specific major.
| # | School | 4yr Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Illinois Wesleyan University #155 national | $74,921 |
| 2 | University of Illinois Chicago #248 national | $74,072 |
| 3 | Bradley University #249 national | $69,752 |
| 4 | Lewis University #306 national | $78,313 |
| 5 | Loyola University Chicago #341 national | $77,492 |
| 6 | University of St Francis #357 national | $75,032 |
| 7 | Illinois State University #415 national | $72,761 |
| 8 | Dominican University #437 national | N/A |
| 9 | Elmhurst University #438 national | $75,182 |
| 10 | Millikin University #571 national | $66,854 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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