Erikson Institute
Chicago, Illinois · Private, nonprofit
All 5 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Illinois high-school graduate (about $36,082/yr). Another 2 programs did not have enough data to judge.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Master's Degree | $69,802 | +$33,720 | clears the bar | $29,751 | 0.9 yrs |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | Graduate/Professional Certificate | $68,678 | +$32,596 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | Master's Degree | $57,867 | +$21,785 | clears the bar | $53,462 | 2.5 yrs |
| Social Work | Master's Degree | $66,121 | +$30,039 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | Post-baccalaureate Certificate | $71,428 | +$35,346 | clears the bar | n/a | n/a |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.