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Best Social Work Schools in Illinois
Top Social Work programs in Illinois ranked by national standing and graduate earnings -- updated 2026.
Programs listed: 13
Avg major earnings: $44,806
Top Social Work Programs in Illinois
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Earnings reflect graduates of this specific major.
| # | School | 4yr Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | UIUC #67 national | $53,310 |
| 2 | Bradley University #249 national | $44,117 |
| 3 | University of Illinois Springfield #402 national | $43,871 |
| 4 | Illinois State University #415 national | $44,486 |
| 5 | Millikin University #571 national | $47,124 |
| 6 | Aurora University #614 national | $45,232 |
| 7 | Olivet Nazarene University #845 national | $43,407 |
| 8 | Southern Illinois University Edwardsville #886 national | $43,403 |
| 9 | Southern Illinois University-Carbondale #1065 national | $39,975 |
| 10 | Western Illinois University #1107 national | $43,139 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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