Best Mathematics Schools in Illinois

Illinois has 19 colleges offering Mathematics programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 459 recent graduates. Graduates earn $46,986 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $45,431.

School choice matters significantly: University of Chicago graduates earn $72,022 while Southern Illinois University-Carbondale graduates earn $31,670 — a $40,352 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in IL

$46,986

IL Avg. Earnings

$45,431

National Avg.

418

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Mathematics in Illinois

Public Schools (9)

$41,176

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (10)

$52,795

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $11,619 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Mathematics Schools in Illinois, Ranked by Earnings

University of Chicago

Chicago, IL · Private

$72,022

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $81,753

Graduates: 71

Acceptance: 4.8%

Northwestern University

Evanston, IL · Private

$75,518

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $68,815

Graduates: 38

Acceptance: 7.1%

DePaul University

Chicago, IL · Private

$58,402

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $40,548

Graduates: 37

Acceptance: 73.5%

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Champaign, IL · Public

$48,823

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $44,308

Graduates: 55

Acceptance: 43.7%

Illinois State University

Normal, IL · Public

$44,742

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $49,334

Graduates: 86

Acceptance: 89.0%

University of Illinois Springfield

Springfield, IL · Public

$52,107

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $39,326

Graduates: 25

Acceptance: 84.4%

Northern Illinois University

Dekalb, IL · Public

$43,922

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $45,025

Graduates: 63

Acceptance: 70.5%

University of Illinois Chicago

Chicago, IL · Public

$33,993

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $39,717

Graduates: 17

Acceptance: 78.5%

Northeastern Illinois University

Chicago, IL · Public

$45,128

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $47,552

Graduates: 27

Acceptance: 70.4%

#10

Lewis University

Romeoville, IL · Private

Roosevelt University

Chicago, IL · Private

Wheaton College

Wheaton, IL · Private

Illinois Wesleyan University

Bloomington, IL · Private

Augustana College

Rock Island, IL · Private

Elmhurst University

Elmhurst, IL · Private

$41,565

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $43,776

Graduates: 17

Acceptance: 75.7%

#16

McKendree University

Lebanon, IL · Private

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Edwardsville, IL · Public

$35,600

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $39,283

Graduates: 23

Acceptance: 97.2%

#18

Eastern Illinois University

Charleston, IL · Public

Southern Illinois University-Carbondale

Carbondale, IL · Public

$31,670

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 90.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Mathematics in Illinois?

University of Chicago ranks #1 for Mathematics in Illinois with median graduate earnings of $72,022 within two years of graduation. There are 19 schools offering Mathematics programs in the state.

How much do Mathematics graduates earn in Illinois?

Mathematics graduates in Illinois earn an average of $46,986 within two years of graduation. This is 3% above the national average of $45,431 for this major.

What is the hardest Mathematics school to get into in Illinois?

University of Chicago is the most selective Mathematics program in Illinois with an acceptance rate of 4.8%. The average acceptance rate across Mathematics programs in the state is 67.7%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Mathematics in Illinois?

In Illinois, private Mathematics programs produce average earnings of $52,795 vs $41,176 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 9 public and 10 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Illinois

Chemical Engineering $69,173 Computer Science $66,656 Computer Engineering $65,978 Biomedical/Medical Engineering $64,764 Civil Engineering $61,502 Construction Management $60,021 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $58,932 Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other $57,318

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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.