EDsmart Releases 2025 Rankings of Best Online Colleges in Illinois

EDsmart’s 2025 rankings of the best online colleges in Illinois, led by the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, highlight top institutions based on retention, graduation rates, and post-graduation earnings to guide students in choosing quality online education options.

EDsmart, a leading educational resource platform, has released its 2025 rankings of the best online colleges in Illinois.

The rankings evaluate institutions based on admission rates, retention rates, graduation rates, and post-graduation earnings.

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign leads the rankings, demonstrating exceptional performance across all metrics with a 93% retention rate and median post-graduation earnings of $64,802.

The top online colleges in Illinois for 2025 are:

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Lewis University

Illinois Institute of Technology

Bradley University

Elmhurst University

University of Illinois Springfield

DePaul University

Dominican University

Loyola University Chicago

Olivet Nazarene University

Aurora University

North Park University

Eastern Illinois University

Western Illinois University

McKendree University

Judson University

Greenville University

Northeastern Illinois University

Moody Bible Institute

Concordia University-Chicago

Lincoln Christian University

See details here: https://www.edsmart.org/accredited-online-colleges/illinois/

“Online education continues to evolve as a crucial pathway for Illinois students seeking flexible, quality higher education,” said EDsmart’s spokesperson. “These institutions have demonstrated their commitment to academic excellence while maintaining strong student outcomes and career preparation.”

Key findings from the rankings include:

– Top-ranked University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign boasts an 87% graduation rate

– Illinois Institute of Technology leads in post-graduation earnings at $70,803

– Public institutions offer the most affordable tuition rates, averaging $349.50 per credit for in-state online students

The complete rankings and methodology can be found at: http://www.edsmart.org/accredited-online-colleges/illinois/

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EDsmart is a recognized leader in college rankings and resources, helping students make informed decisions about their education. The platform provides comprehensive information about colleges, degrees, and career paths.

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