Best Sociology and Anthropology Schools in Illinois
Illinois has 2 colleges offering Sociology and Anthropology programs tracked by the College Scorecard. Graduates in Illinois earn $26,353 on average within two years — 9% below the national average of $29,021. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.
2
Schools in IL
$26,353
IL Avg. Earnings
$29,021
National Avg.
14
Schools Nationally
Public vs Private: Sociology and Anthropology in Illinois
Public Schools (1)
$26,353
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (1)
avg. 2yr earnings
Sociology and Anthropology Schools in Illinois, Ranked by Earnings
#1
Knox College
Galesburg, IL · Private
N/A
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 71.1%
#2
University of Illinois Springfield
Springfield, IL · Public
$26,353
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 84.4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best school for Sociology and Anthropology in Illinois?
Knox College ranks #1 for Sociology and Anthropology in Illinois with median graduate earnings of N/A within two years of graduation. There are 2 schools offering Sociology and Anthropology programs in the state.
How much do Sociology and Anthropology graduates earn in Illinois?
Sociology and Anthropology graduates in Illinois earn an average of $26,353 within two years of graduation. This is 9% below the national average of $29,021 for this major.
What is the hardest Sociology and Anthropology school to get into in Illinois?
Knox College is the most selective Sociology and Anthropology program in Illinois with an acceptance rate of 71.1%. The average acceptance rate across Sociology and Anthropology programs in the state is 77.8%.
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.