The Land of Lincoln sits in the heart of the country with such a varied environment that almost anyone can find the lifestyle they seek in Illinois. From the rural agricultural plains to the bustling city life at one of the central hubs in the country to an idyllic river town along the Mississippi River, Illinois has it all. Learn about Abraham Lincoln at one of the many monuments honoring this famous president that are scattered across the state or visit the Art Institute or the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago.
Working in Illinois is best done with an education past high school. According to Illinois Labor Market Information, "jobs that require higher education are growing faster than those that require less education." Not only do those with a Bachelor’s degree earn about $33,000 more per year than those without any additional education past high school, the unemployment rate for those with more education is at 3.3% as opposed to 14.4% for those without a Bachelor’s degree. Leading careers with at least a Bachelor’s degree in Illinois include management, teaching, nursing, computer-related jobs, lawyers, and pharmacists.
Getting that important degree can be done at any number of Christian universities and Bible colleges located in Illinois. Whether you would like to earn a Bachelor’s degree or go on to earn a graduate degree, the Christian schools in Illinois offer both options with Master’s and Doctoral degrees also available. You can also choose to earn either a traditional degree or a degree in a theological field. Some schools, such as Wheaton College offer both options, while schools like Moody Bible Institute are more specialized for religious studies.
