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Poly Sci in Illinois

Poly Sci Schools in Illinois

In 2022-2023, 1,437 students earned their Poly Sci degrees in IL.

In this state, Poly Sci is the 17th most popular major out of a total 904 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Poly Sci Majors in Illinois

Poly Sci majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 1,291
Master’s Degree 113
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 33
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 33
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 33

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of poly sci majors in Illinois is as follows:

  • Asian: 6.2%
  • Black or African American: 9.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 19.7%
  • White: 52.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 5.5%
  • Other Races: 6.2%
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Jobs for Poly Sci Grads in Illinois

In this state, there are 590 people employed in jobs related to a poly sci degree, compared to 484,390 nationwide.

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Wages for Poly Sci Jobs in Illinois

In this state, poly sci grads earn an average of $89,860. Nationwide, they make an average of $115,300.

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

257 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
52,679 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 73%. The student to faculty ratio is 21 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 64% of students receive it.

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

Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.13 years. 13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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140 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
22,603 Total Students

6 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. It takes the average student 4.13 years to graduate. The full-time teacher rate is 81%.

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139 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
17,834 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 85%. 5 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the students who attend this school, 56% get financial aid.

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DePaul University

Chicago
102 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
21,922 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. It takes the average student 4.21 years to graduate. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $29,430.

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

The full-time teacher rate is 71%. 18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. It takes the average student 4.51 years to graduate.

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75 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
16,769 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $13,484. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.60 years.

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

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. The average student takes 4.32 years to complete their degree at Illinois State. The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1.

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38 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
4,146 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $11,807. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 65% are considered full time. 12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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33 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
8,626 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1. A typical student attending EIU will pay a net price of $12,388. 76% of the teachers are full time.

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