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Best Philosophy Schools in Illinois

Illinois has 6 colleges offering Philosophy programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 67 recent graduates. Graduates earn $30,129 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $29,504.

School choice matters significantly: Illinois State University graduates earn $38,289 while Loyola University Chicago graduates earn $19,455 — a $18,834 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

6
Schools in IL
$30,129
IL Avg. Earnings
$29,504
National Avg.
120
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Philosophy in Illinois

Public Schools (2)
$33,444
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (4)
$28,471
avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Illinois produce comparable or higher early earnings for Philosophy graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Philosophy Schools in Illinois, Ranked by Earnings

#1
I

Illinois State University

Normal, IL · Public

$38,289
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 89.0%
#2
U

University of Chicago

Chicago, IL · Private

$33,993
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $28,698
Graduates: 30
Acceptance: 4.8%
#3
N

Northwestern University

Evanston, IL · Private

$31,839
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 7.1%
#4
U

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Champaign, IL · Public

$28,598
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $22,831
Graduates: 17
Acceptance: 43.7%
#5
W

Wheaton College

Wheaton, IL · Private

$28,598
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $34,581
Graduates: 20
Acceptance: 90.0%
#6
L

Loyola University Chicago

Chicago, IL · Private

$19,455
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 81.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Philosophy in Illinois?
Illinois State University ranks #1 for Philosophy in Illinois with median graduate earnings of $38,289 within two years of graduation. There are 6 schools offering Philosophy programs in the state.
How much do Philosophy graduates earn in Illinois?
Philosophy graduates in Illinois earn an average of $30,129 within two years of graduation. This is 2% above the national average of $29,504 for this major.
What is the hardest Philosophy school to get into in Illinois?
University of Chicago is the most selective Philosophy program in Illinois with an acceptance rate of 4.8%. The average acceptance rate across Philosophy programs in the state is 52.7%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Philosophy in Illinois?
In Illinois, private Philosophy programs produce average earnings of $28,471 vs $33,444 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 2 public and 4 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Illinois

Mathematics and Computer Science $76,967 Chemical Engineering $69,173 Industrial Engineering $69,102 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $68,897 Engineering, General $67,238 Computer Science $66,656 Computer Engineering $65,978 Materials Engineering $64,773
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Data updated June 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.