John Wood Community College
About John Wood Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
John Wood Community College teaches in Quincy, on the Mississippi in western Illinois. The sciences and nursing are its largest programs.
Founded
1974
Location
Quincy, Illinois
Students
1,371
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
48.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,700
Out-of-state: $9,300
Avg Net Price
$7,050
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,631
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
48.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
63.8%
Transfer Out
14%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
29.5%
$/Student
$8.7K
Class Size
Medium
48.9% 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
$5,700
In-State
$9,300
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$15,845
After Financial Aid
$7,050
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,899
Receive Grants
39.9%
Take Loans
12.1%
Tuition is $5,700/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $7,050.
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 John Wood Community College fund their education.
While in School
39.9%
Get Grants
Free money
12.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$28,951
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,029
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$85/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,029, 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 John Wood Community College.
Gender
60.8%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,371
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
46.6%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
26.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 46.6% 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: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,371
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
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
John Wood Community College fields 5 varsity teams with 141 student athletes, about 10% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
141
10% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
60% / 40%
85
Men
56
Women
3
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of John Wood Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,631
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$24K
182 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$43K
34 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$67K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
—
12 grads
Fire Protection
—
11 grads
Electrical and Power Transmission Installers
—
8 grads
Median earnings are $39K 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.