Medical Scientists in Illinois

Medical Scientists: High-Impact Research with Strong Earning Potential and Growth

National Median: $100,890 | Job Growth: 10% | Illinois Colleges: 50

Medical Scientists Salary Progression

Entry Level: $65,000
Mid-Career: $100,890
Senior Level: $150,000
Top 10%: $180,000

Colleges in Illinois

College	Type	Tuition	Median Earnings
Adler University	Private Nonprofit	—	—
American Islamic College	Private Nonprofit	$7,650	—
School of the Art Institute of Chicago	Private Nonprofit	$56,420	$40,151
Augustana College	Private Nonprofit	$51,598	$62,971
Aurora University	Private Nonprofit	$29,170	$58,709
Southwestern Illinois College	Public	$3,960	$36,884
Black Hawk College	Public	$4,920	$37,253
Blackburn College	Private Nonprofit	$28,149	$46,802
Blessing Rieman College of Nursing and Health Sciences	Private Nonprofit	—	$72,430
Bradley University	Private Nonprofit	$42,160	$66,852
Paul Mitchell the School-Tinley Park	Private For-Profit	—	$28,378
Cameo Beauty Academy	Private For-Profit	—	$24,513
Cannella School of Hair Design-Villa Park	Private For-Profit	—	$26,970
Cannella School of Hair Design-Chicago	Private For-Profit	—	$29,075
Capri Beauty College	Private For-Profit	—	$26,804
Carl Sandburg College	Public	$5,390	$35,274
Catholic Theological Union at Chicago	Private Nonprofit	—	—
Midwestern University-Downers Grove	Private Nonprofit	—	—
The Chicago School at Chicago	Private Nonprofit	$21,780	$56,899
Chicago State University	Public	$12,754	$42,778
Chicago Theological Seminary	Private Nonprofit	—	—
University of Chicago	Private Nonprofit	$70,662	$91,885
City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College	Public	$4,590	$28,467
City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College	Public	$4,590	$32,427
City Colleges of Chicago-Olive-Harvey College	Public	$4,590	$31,114
City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College	Public	$4,590	$36,484
City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College	Public	$4,590	$37,962
City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College	Public	$4,590	$36,531
City Colleges of Chicago-Wilbur Wright College	Public	$4,590	$41,625
Columbia College Chicago	Private Nonprofit	$34,088	$42,195

Education Paths in Illinois

Bachelor's in Biological Sciences, Chemistry, etc. — 4 years, typical cost: $40,000-$200,000
Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Relevant Science Field — 4-7 years, typical cost: Often funded/stipend provided
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Specialized Research Area — 2-5 years, typical cost: Stipend provided

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for Medical Scientists in Illinois?

The national median salary for Medical Scientists is $100,890. State-specific data may vary.

How many Medical Scientists jobs are in Illinois?

Nationally, there are 136,620 Medical Scientists positions.

What colleges in Illinois prepare you for a Medical Scientists career?

There are 50 colleges in Illinois that can prepare you for this career. Explore each to see relevant programs.

Analysis based on U.S. Department of Education data. Not enrollment advice. Verify information with the institution directly.