Masters Degree   Illinois

Best Colleges for Masters Degree
in Registered Nursing

48 colleges ranked by graduate median earnings. Filter by acceptance rate, tuition, deadlines, SAT & ACT β€” updated for 2026 admissions.

48 Colleges
πŸ“ Illinois
πŸŽ“ Masters Degree

Showing 1–24 of 48 colleges in Illinois

DePaul University
Chicago, Illinois
🏒 Private Safety
Acceptance rate 73.5%
Annual cost
$59,467/yr
Grad earnings
$68,751
SAT avg
1,254
ACT mid
N/A
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Lewis University
Romeoville, Illinois
🏒 Private Safety ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 72.7%
Annual cost
$45,843/yr
Grad earnings
$66,099
SAT avg
1,117
ACT mid
23
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University of St Francis
Joliet, Illinois
🏒 Private Match ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 63.9%
Annual cost
$45,375/yr
Grad earnings
$63,926
SAT avg
1,055
ACT mid
23
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Benedictine University
Lisle, Illinois
🏒 Private Safety ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 77.2%
Annual cost
$46,548/yr
Grad earnings
$63,446
SAT avg
N/A
ACT mid
24
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Illinois State University
Normal, Illinois
πŸ› Public Safety ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 89%
Annual cost
$32,458/yr
Grad earnings
$62,117
SAT avg
1,127
ACT mid
24
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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer Masters Degree in Registered Nursing in Illinois?
48 colleges and universities currently offer Masters Degree programs in Registered Nursing in Illinois, based on the latest US Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Which college has the highest graduate earnings for Registered Nursing in Illinois?
Chamberlain University-Illinois leads with median graduate earnings of $92,405 ten years after enrollment for Masters Degree graduates.
Which Registered Nursing colleges in Illinois have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including Chamberlain University-Illinois, Blessing Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Lewis University, University of St Francis. Rolling admissions is ideal for students who missed regular deadlines.
What SAT score do I need for Registered Nursing programs?
SAT requirements vary widely by college selectivity. Use the "My SAT score" filter above to see only colleges where your score meets or exceeds the average admitted student, from open-admission colleges to highly selective universities.

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