Heartland Community College
About Heartland Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Heartland Community College teaches in Normal, Illinois, beside Illinois State University. The sciences and nursing are its largest programs.
Founded
1991
Location
Normal, Illinois
Students
2,997
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
53.6%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,550
Out-of-state: $13,110
Avg Net Price
$12,013
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,768
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
53.6% complete their degree within three years
Retention
73.6%
Transfer Out
15%
Teaching Quality
19:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
25.3%
$/Student
$6.9K
Class Size
Large
53.6% 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
$5,550
In-State
$13,110
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$900
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,727
After Financial Aid
$12,013
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,593
Receive Grants
20.7%
Take Loans
7.5%
Tuition is $5,550/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $12,013.
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 Heartland Community College fund their education.
While in School
20.7%
Get Grants
Free money
7.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$26,248
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$7,826
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$83/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $7,826, 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 Heartland Community College.
Gender
56.7%
Female
43%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,997
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
39.7%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
22.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 39.7% 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
Suburb: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
2,997
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
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Heartland Community College fields 6 varsity teams with 146 student athletes, about 5% 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
146
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
55% / 45%
81
Men
65
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 Heartland Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,768
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$31K
520 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$63K
72 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
36 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
—
16 grads
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
—
10 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
—
8 grads
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $41K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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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.