Black Hawk College
About Black Hawk College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Black Hawk College teaches in the Quad Cities on the Mississippi, from Moline and a farm campus in the countryside. The sciences and nursing are its largest programs.
Founded
1946
Location
Moline, Illinois
Students
2,354
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
39.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,920
Out-of-state: $8,100
Avg Net Price
$6,944
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$37,253
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$20
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
39.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
71.5%
Transfer Out
18%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
50.8%
$/Student
$6.5K
Class Size
Medium
The 39.7% graduation rate is below average, but 71.5% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,920
In-State
$8,100
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,008
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,291
After Financial Aid
$6,944
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,369
Receive Grants
26.9%
Take Loans
6.3%
Tuition is $4,920/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $6,944.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Black Hawk College fund their education.
While in School
26.9%
Get Grants
Free money
6.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,847
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,375
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$89/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,375, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Black Hawk College.
Gender
64.5%
Female
36%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,354
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
44.2%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
24.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 65% of the student body. 44.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
2,354
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Black Hawk College fields 6 varsity teams with 159 student athletes, about 7% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
6
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
159
7% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
60% / 40%
95
Men
64
Women
4
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Black Hawk Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$37,253
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$30K
216 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$50K
85 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$61K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$40K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Agricultural Production Operations
—
17 grads
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians
—
14 grads
Median earnings are $37K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.