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Computer Science Schools in Illinois

In 2020-2021, 3,680 students earned their CompSci degrees in IL.

In this state, Computer Science is the 1st most popular major out of a total 10 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Computer Science Majors in Illinois

CompSci majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 1,986
Master’s Degree 1,582
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 112
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 112
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 112

Gender Distribution

In Illinois, a compsci major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of compsci majors in Illinois is as follows:

  • Asian: 18.2%
  • Black or African American: 3.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.7%
  • White: 30.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 34.2%
  • Other Races: 6.8%
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Jobs for Computer Science Grads in Illinois

In this state, there are 114,170 people employed in jobs related to a compsci degree, compared to 2,790,990 nationwide.

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Wages for Computer Science Jobs in Illinois

CompSci grads earn an average of $96,610 in the state and $96,200 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Illinois that offer compsci degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

901 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
52,679 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.21 years to graduate. The student loan default rate is 2.30% which is lower than average. In their early career, UIUC grads earn an average salary of $59,402.

501 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
33,518 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.50%. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1. 85% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

337 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
17,834 Total Students

57% of students get financical aid. An average student at UChicago will pay a net price of $28,517. Most students complete their degree in 4.07 years.

316 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
6,325 Total Students

61% of the teachers are full time. The student loan default rate is 1.90% which is lower than average. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it.

227 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
22,603 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 66% get financial aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $67,867 after earning their degree at this institution. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 6 to 1.

225 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
4,146 Total Students

98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Graduates earn an average $42,781 after graduation. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1.

170 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
16,769 Total Students

The average student takes 4.60 years to complete their degree at NIU. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $13,956. 16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#8

Lewis University

Romeoville
160 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
6,437 Total Students

An average student at Lewis will pay a net price of $19,074. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 42% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it.

133 Degrees in Major Awarded
21% Graduation Rate
7,119 Total Students

56% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1. The student loan default rate is 7.00% which is lower than average.

#10

Governors State University

University Park
120 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,650 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 90% of students receive it. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 44% of the teachers are full time.

Computer Science Careers in IL

Some of the careers compsci majors go into include:

Job Title IL Job Growth IL Median Salary
Software Applications Developers 28% $95,420
Information Security Analysts 23% $95,950
Computer and Information Research Scientists 20% $115,290
Web Developers 15% $70,410
Systems Software Developers 13% $107,390
Computer and Information Systems Managers 10% $135,440
Computer Workers 9% $0
Computer Network Support Specialists 8% $61,970
Computer Programmers -5% $87,770

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to compsci.

Major Annual Graduates in IL
Computer Information Systems 1,579
Information Science 799
Computer Systems Networking 563
Information Technology 510
Computer Programming 461
Computer Systems Analysis 414
Computer Software Applications 327
Data Entry 56

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