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Rush University

Chicago, IL·Private nonprofit·120 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students focused on high earning potential. no major red flags in the data. graduates earn a median of $125,000 within 10 years.

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120
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Grad Rate
$125,000
Earnings
10 yr
$19,273
Debt

About This School

Rush University is a private nonprofit institution located in Chicago, Illinois with approximately 120 undergraduate students enrolled. Typical graduates earn $125,000 within 10 years of enrollment.

Rush University is a private university in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Founded in 1972, it is the academic arm of Rush University Medical Center.

This is a strong option for students set on health professions — with median earnings of $125,000 a decade out and a modest debt load of just $19,273 at graduation, the return on investment is genuinely impressive. Keep in mind this is a highly specialized institution with only 120 undergraduates, functioning essentially as the academic wing of Rush University Medical Center, so if you're not committed to a clinical or medical path, there's very little here for you.

Founded
1972
Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Health Professions100%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
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after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants36%
Median debt at graduation$19,273

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
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within 6 years
Retention Rate
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freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$125,000
after enrollment
Median Debt
$19,273
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$19,273
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$67,000
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$125,000
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 6.5x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White20%
Black29%
Hispanic/Latino35%
Asian8%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (120 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Rush University

600 S. Paulina St. STE 440

Chicago, IL 60612

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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