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Nursing in Illinois

Nursing Schools in Illinois

18,110 students earned Nursing degrees in Illinois in the 2022-2023 year.

In this state, Nursing is the 1st most popular major out of a total 306 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Nursing Majors in Illinois

Nursing majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 9,316
Master’s Degree 4,254
Associate Degree 3,063
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 1,151
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 1,151
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 1,151
Post-Master’s Certificate 297
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 297
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 17
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 17
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 12

Gender Distribution

In Illinois, a nursing major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of nursing majors in Illinois is as follows:

  • Asian: 7.8%
  • Black or African American: 15.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 13.8%
  • White: 54.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 0.7%
  • Other Races: 7.9%
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Jobs for Nursing Grads in Illinois

152,510 people in the state and 3,609,760 in the nation are employed in jobs related to nursing.

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Wages for Nursing Jobs in Illinois

In this state, nursing grads earn an average of $105,640. Nationwide, they make an average of $106,910.

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There are 10 colleges in Illinois that offer nursing degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

12,645 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
29,481 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 11% are considered full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.00 years. An average student at Chamberlain - Illinois will pay a net price of $26,362.

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588 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
16,893 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.13 years to graduate. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $35,555.

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526 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
12,860 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.51 years to graduate. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. 74% of the teachers are full time.

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519 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
33,518 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 71% are considered full time. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $11,139. The average student takes 4.51 years to complete their degree at UIC.

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450 Degrees in Major Awarded
100% Graduation Rate
2,438 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $18,394. 19% of the teachers are full time. 96% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

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Rush University

Chicago
388 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,816 Total Students

8 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The full-time teacher rate is 59%.

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326 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
20,720 Total Students

98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The full-time teacher rate is 76%. This public school has an average net price of $19,966.

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283 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
5,855 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.24 years to graduate. The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 60% are considered full time.

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Lewis University

Romeoville
253 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
6,437 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.27 years. This private school has an average net price of $17,977. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it.

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Nursing Careers in IL

Some of the careers nursing majors go into include:

Job Title IL Job Growth IL Median Salary
Nurse Practitioners 38% $103,760
Nurse Anesthetists 16% $186,560
Registered Nurses 15% $72,250
Medical and Health Services Managers 7% $103,700

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to nursing.

Major Annual Graduates in IL
Allied Health Professions 1,751
Health/Medical Admin Services 1,726
Public Health 1,675
Medicine 1,344
Rehabilitation Professions 889
Communication Sciences 860
Allied Health Services 720
Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences 663

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