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Best Special Education and Teaching Schools in Illinois
Top Special Education and Teaching programs in Illinois ranked by national standing and graduate earnings -- updated 2026.
Programs listed: 10
Avg major earnings: $50,694
Top Special Education and Teaching Programs in Illinois
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Earnings reflect graduates of this specific major.
| # | School | 4yr Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | UIUC #67 national | $61,326 |
| 2 | Lewis University #306 national | N/A |
| 3 | University of St Francis #357 national | N/A |
| 4 | Illinois State University #415 national | $49,411 |
| 5 | Trinity Christian College #609 national | $47,999 |
| 6 | Northern Illinois University #663 national | $49,485 |
| 7 | Southern Illinois University Edwardsville #886 national | $39,228 |
| 8 | Eastern Illinois University #1048 national | $41,887 |
| 9 | Southern Illinois University-Carbondale #1065 national | $43,409 |
| 10 | Western Illinois University #1107 national | $44,173 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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