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Mathematics & Computer Science Schools in Illinois

In 2020-2021, 265 students earned their Math & CompSci degrees in IL.

As a degree choice, Mathematics & Computer Science is the 99th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Mathematics & Computer Science Majors in Illinois

Math & CompSci majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 190
Master’s Degree 75

Gender Distribution

In Illinois, a math and compsci major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of math and compsci majors in Illinois is as follows:

  • Asian: 20.4%
  • Black or African American: 3.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 9.8%
  • White: 22.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 39.2%
  • Other Races: 4.5%
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Jobs for Mathematics & Computer Science Grads in Illinois

In this state, there are 18,540 people employed in jobs related to a math and compsci degree, compared to 441,640 nationwide.

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Wages for Mathematics & Computer Science Jobs in Illinois

A typical salary for a math and compsci grad in the state is $118,480, compared to a typical salary of $93,350 nationwide.

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

88 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
52,679 Total Students

A typical student attending UIUC will pay a net price of $14,321. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.30%. 20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

81 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
33,518 Total Students

72% of the teachers are full time. 18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 85% of students get financical aid.

63 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
6,325 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.90%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $63,663 a year. The full-time teacher rate is 61%.

#4

DePaul University

Chicago
12 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
21,922 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $51,054 a year. 98% of students get financical aid.

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
4,146 Total Students

12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $42,781 after earning their degree at this institution. It takes the average student 4.27 years to graduate.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
16,893 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $36,434. The student loan default rate is 2.70% which is lower than average. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
8,626 Total Students

In their early career, EIU grads earn an average salary of $39,262. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1. 77% of the teachers are full time.

#7

Dominican University

River Forest
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
61% Graduation Rate
3,189 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $18,645. 10 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
3,529 Total Students

100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Most students complete their degree in 4.35 years. An average student at University of Saint Francis will pay a net price of $17,102.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
3,779 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 88% get financial aid. It takes the average student 4.30 years to graduate. This private school has an average net price of $25,698.

Mathematics & Computer Science Careers in IL

Some of the careers math and compsci majors go into include:

Job Title IL Job Growth IL Median Salary
Computer Workers 9% $0
Natural Sciences Managers 4% $113,180

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to math and compsci.

Major Annual Graduates in IL
Biological & Physical Science 4,791
Sustainability Science 228
Other Interdisciplinary Studies 168
Human Computer Interaction 155
International Studies 121
Systems Theory 78
Nutrition Science 77
Behavioral Science 74

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