Program Analysis
First-year earnings of $31,386 track close to the $31,705 national median for Psychology programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.
The 3.5x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.
AI risk is moderate — 49% task exposure — and the 8% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $27,000 debt-to-$31,386 income ratio translates to about 10 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
At #714 out of 926 programs, Illinois College's financial outcomes for Psychology trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.
Earnings growth from $31,386 to $49,853 over five years (59% increase) indicates that graduates in this field see meaningful salary progression.