Kankakee Community College
About Kankakee Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Kankakee Community College teaches on the river south of Chicago. Nursing and the sciences are its largest programs.
Founded
1966
Location
Kankakee, Illinois
Students
1,985
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
32.4%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,220
Out-of-state: $25,830
Avg Net Price
$4,665
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,767
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
32.4% complete their degree within three years
Retention
57%
Transfer Out
16%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
34.8%
$/Student
$8.4K
Class Size
Medium
The 32.4% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,220
In-State
$25,830
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,494
Total Cost of Attendance
$11,612
After Financial Aid
$4,665
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,061
Receive Grants
36.2%
Take Loans
4.4%
Tuition is $5,220/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,665.
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 Kankakee Community College fund their education.
While in School
36.2%
Get Grants
Free money
4.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$20,503
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,969
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$106/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,969, 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 Kankakee Community College.
Gender
59%
Female
41%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,985
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
51.6%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
31.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 51.6% 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
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
1,985
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
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Kankakee Community College fields 5 varsity teams with 131 student athletes, about 7% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
131
7% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
53% / 47%
70
Men
61
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 Kankakee Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,767
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$44K
152 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
44 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
—
36 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$55K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
—
13 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$58K
9 grads
4yr Earnings
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.