Carl Sandburg College
About Carl Sandburg College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Carl Sandburg College teaches in Galesburg, Illinois, and is named for the poet who was born there. The sciences and dental support are among its largest programs.
Founded
1966
Location
Galesburg, Illinois
Students
1,051
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
50%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,390
Out-of-state: $8,900
Avg Net Price
$3,662
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$35,274
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
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
50% complete their degree within three years
Retention
62.5%
Transfer Out
17%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
39.6%
$/Student
$6.9K
Class Size
Medium
50% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,390
In-State
$8,900
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$11,563
After Financial Aid
$3,662
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$1,014
Receive Grants
41.9%
Take Loans
14.1%
Tuition is $5,390/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $3,662.
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 Carl Sandburg College fund their education.
While in School
41.9%
Get Grants
Free money
14.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,982
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$4,909
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$52/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $4,909, 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 Carl Sandburg College.
Gender
67.8%
Female
32%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,051
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
42.6%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
21.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 68% of the student body. 42.6% 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
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,051
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Carl Sandburg College fields 7 varsity teams with 129 student athletes, about 12% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
129
12% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
63% / 37%
81
Men
48
Women
5
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Carl Sandburg Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$35,274
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
172 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
—
36 grads
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$52K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$67K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$53K
10 grads
4yr Earnings
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
—
6 grads
Median earnings are $35K 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.