Best International Business Schools in Illinois

Illinois has 3 colleges offering International Business programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 81 recent graduates. Graduates earn $47,552 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $45,941.

3
Schools in IL
$47,552
IL Avg. Earnings
$45,941
National Avg.
163
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: International Business in Illinois

Public Schools (1)
$44,356
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (2)
$49,150
avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $4,794 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

International Business Schools in Illinois, Ranked by Earnings

#1
Loyola University Chicago logo

Loyola University Chicago

Chicago, IL · Private

$53,358
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $47,227
Graduates: 36
Acceptance: 81.4%
#2
Augustana College logo

Augustana College

Rock Island, IL · Private

$44,942
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $38,829
Graduates: 17
Acceptance: 67.7%
#3
Illinois State University logo

Illinois State University

Normal, IL · Public

$44,356
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $50,855
Graduates: 28
Acceptance: 89.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for International Business in Illinois?
Loyola University Chicago ranks #1 for International Business in Illinois with median graduate earnings of $53,358 within two years of graduation. There are 3 schools offering International Business programs in the state.
How much do International Business graduates earn in Illinois?
International Business graduates in Illinois earn an average of $47,552 within two years of graduation. This is 4% above the national average of $45,941 for this major.
What is the hardest International Business school to get into in Illinois?
Augustana College is the most selective International Business program in Illinois with an acceptance rate of 67.7%. The average acceptance rate across International Business programs in the state is 79.3%.
Should I attend a public or private school for International Business in Illinois?
In Illinois, private International Business programs produce average earnings of $49,150 vs $44,356 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 1 public and 2 private options in the state.

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.