University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign — Champaign, IL
at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign · Champaign, IL
Solid pick
Chemistry graduates often continue to professional or doctoral programs. Salary data reflects only immediate workforce entrants.
Listed Price
$33,642/yr
Starting Salary
$38,970
Finish Rate
85.1%
$33,642/yr
Full sticker price — tuition, housing, and fees before any aid
Students on financial aid pay $14,355/yr after grants & scholarships (saves $19,287/yr)
4 Years Total
$134,568
Typical Debt
$19,500
Interest You'd Owe
+$7,106
What You'd Really Pay
$64,526
That's about $222/month for 10 years after you graduate
Pays for Itself In
7.2 yrs
Salary Boost
+30%
Ahead After 10 Years
$325,174
Do you earn enough to justify the price?
How fast do you earn back what you spent?
How much more than skipping college?
Will you actually finish?
Data from the U.S. Department of Education. Salaries are what recent grads typically earn — yours could be higher or lower.
Costs can change. These numbers don't adjust for where you live, and only cover students who used federal financial aid. Not financial advice.