Illinois Eastern Community Colleges
About Illinois Eastern Community Colleges
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Illinois Eastern Community Colleges teach across the rural southeast of the state, from Olney, Fairfield, Robinson and Mount Carmel. Nursing and allied health are among their largest programs.
Founded
1963
Location
Olney, Illinois
Students
1,634
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
63.2%
Near national average
In-State Tuition
$5,260
Out-of-state: $12,460
Avg Net Price
$10,092
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$37,533
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
63.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
65.7%
Transfer Out
6%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
35.6%
$/Student
$4.4K
Class Size
Medium
63.2% 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
$5,260
In-State
$12,460
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,460
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,333
After Financial Aid
$10,092
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,365
Receive Grants
17%
Take Loans
4.3%
Tuition is $5,260/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $10,092.
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 Eastern Community Colleges fund their education.
While in School
17%
Get Grants
Free money
4.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$27,680
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$6,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$69/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $6,500, 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 Eastern Community Colleges.
Gender
56.4%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,634
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
40.8%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
17.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 40.8% 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: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,634
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
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
Illinois Eastern Community Colleges fields 3 varsity teams with 83 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
3
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
83
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
61% / 39%
51
Men
32
Women
2
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Illinois Eastern Community Collegesearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$37,533
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$21K
131 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$59K
82 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
—
14 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
—
12 grads
Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies/Technicians
—
5 grads
Precision Metal Working
—
5 grads
Median earnings are $38K 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.