Illinois Central College
About Illinois Central College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Illinois Central College teaches in East Peoria, across the river from the city, and trains many of its students for the heavy machinery industry around it. Nursing and allied health are its largest programs.
Founded
1967
Location
East Peoria, Illinois
Students
5,052
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
49%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,800
Out-of-state: $12,150
Avg Net Price
$12,961
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$37,366
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
Below Average
49% complete their degree within three years
Retention
69.8%
Transfer Out
20%
Teaching Quality
16:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
42.8%
$/Student
$9.8K
Class Size
Medium
While 49% finish in 4 years, 69.8% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,800
In-State
$12,150
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$18,938
After Financial Aid
$12,961
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,000
Receive Grants
23.7%
Take Loans
7.9%
Tuition is $4,800/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $12,961.
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 Illinois Central College fund their education.
While in School
23.7%
Get Grants
Free money
7.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$25,917
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,900
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$94/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,900, 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 Illinois Central College.
Gender
62.1%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
5,052
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
42.6%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
24%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% 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
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
5,052
Students
community
Institution
Medium
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
Illinois Central College fields 6 varsity teams with 154 student athletes, about 3% 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
154
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
59% / 41%
91
Men
63
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 Illinois Central Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$37,366
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$30K
567 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
71 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$57K
49 grads
1yr Earnings
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
$58K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$38K
21 grads
4yr Earnings
Engineering, General
—
18 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.