DeVry University-Illinois vs University of Illinois Chicago: which has better ROI?
The verdict
University of Illinois Chicago has the better ROI: it clears its 4-year net cost of $43,896 in 2.2 years versus not at all at DeVry University-Illinois, on median earnings of $68,740 vs $45,987 ten years out. (Scorecard, 2026 · our math.)
| Measure | DeVry University-Illinois | University of Illinois Chicago |
|---|---|---|
| Net price / yr | $30,770 | $10,974 |
| Total net cost | $123,080 | $43,896 |
| Median earnings, 10 yrs | $45,987 | $68,740 |
| Median debt | $24,807 | $16,704 |
| Payback | — | 2.2 yrs |
| 20-year net return | $-170,540 | $363,704 |
College Scorecard (2026), institution-level · payback and returns are our math. Figures blend all majors.