Kishwaukee College
About Kishwaukee College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Kishwaukee College teaches in Malta, beside Northern Illinois University in the corn country west of Chicago, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. The sciences and nursing are its largest programs.
Founded
1968
Location
Malta, Illinois
Students
1,936
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
44.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,560
Out-of-state: $13,680
Avg Net Price
$4,574
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$39,657
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
44.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
74.4%
Transfer Out
16%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
35.4%
$/Student
$6.6K
Class Size
Medium
While 44.8% finish in 4 years, 74.4% 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
$4,560
In-State
$13,680
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$13,901
After Financial Aid
$4,574
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,477
Receive Grants
26.3%
Take Loans
7%
Tuition is $4,560/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $4,574.
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 Kishwaukee College fund their education.
While in School
26.3%
Get Grants
Free money
7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,947
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,395
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$100/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,395, 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 Kishwaukee College.
Gender
61.3%
Female
39%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,936
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
44.4%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
22.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 61% of the student body. 44.4% 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
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
1,936
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
Kishwaukee College fields 9 varsity teams with 172 student athletes, about 9% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
172
9% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
65% / 35%
111
Men
61
Women
7
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Kishwaukee Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$39,657
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Biological and Physical Sciences
$24K
129 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$21K
106 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$86K
45 grads
4yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$50K
13 grads
1yr Earnings
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
$68K
9 grads
4yr Earnings
Applied Horticulture and Horticultural Business Services
—
6 grads
Median earnings are $40K 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.