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University of Illinois Springfield

Springfield, Illinois · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$47,432

Acceptance Rate

84%

Graduation Rate

57%

Annual Tuition

$12,252

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of University of Illinois Springfield earn a median of $57,103 ten years after entry — 6% above the national median. Acceptance rate 84.4%, average SAT score 1102, in-state tuition $12,252.

At a Glance

Total Students

2,292

Retention Rate

81%

Faculty Ratio

14

Financial Aid

38%

Median Debt

$19,128

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,102

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

480–610

SAT Math (middle 50%)

460–590

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

21–27

Institution Overview

The University of Illinois Springfield is a public institution with a student body of 2,292. The university has an acceptance rate of 84.4% and a retention rate of 80.7%. The graduation rate is 57.2%. The in-state tuition is $12,252.

One year after graduation, the median earnings are $45,024, increasing to $47,432 after five years, and $57,103 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $19,128, and 38.3% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$45k

1 YEAR

$47k

5 YEARS

$57k

10 YEARS

Top 42% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of Illinois Springfield alumni earn a median salary of $45,024. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $47,432. Ten years after graduation, the median salary is $57,103. The median debt for graduates is $19,128.

The university has an 84.4% acceptance rate and a 57.2% graduation rate. The retention rate is 80.7%. 38.3% of students receive financial aid. The in-state tuition is $12,252.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 157 / yr
Median Salary $74,431

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 94 / yr
Median Salary $61,962

Public Administration

Graduates 86 / yr
Median Salary $61,014

Psychology, General

Graduates 61 / yr
Median Salary $31,978

Computer Systems Analysis

Graduates 54 / yr
Median Salary $97,984

Public Health

Graduates 46 / yr
Median Salary $54,701

Political Science and Government

Graduates 41 / yr
Median Salary $52,565

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 38 / yr
Median Salary $32,050

Natural Resources Conservation and Research

Graduates 32 / yr
Median Salary $57,079

Biology, General

Graduates 28 / yr
Median Salary $33,882

English Language and Literature, General

Graduates 27 / yr
Median Salary $39,358

Educational Administration and Supervision

Graduates 27 / yr
Median Salary $60,442

History

Graduates 25 / yr
Median Salary $33,297

Human Services, General

Graduates 22 / yr
Median Salary $48,311

Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology

Graduates 21 / yr
Median Salary $48,357

Criminal Justice and Corrections

Graduates 20 / yr
Median Salary $41,064

Social Work

Graduates 19 / yr
Median Salary $38,707

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 14 / yr
Median Salary $44,458

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Campus Location

Springfield, Illinois

Springfield, IL 62703-5407

University of Illinois Springfield is located in Springfield, Illinois. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

University of Illinois Springfield has an acceptance rate of 84.4%.