McHenry County College
About McHenry County College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
McHenry County College teaches in Crystal Lake, in the far northwestern suburbs of Chicago, and is a Hispanic-Serving Institution. The sciences and nursing are its largest programs.
Founded
1967
Location
Crystal Lake, Illinois
Students
4,691
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
36.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,162
Out-of-state: $14,399
Avg Net Price
$7,042
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$45,143
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
$15
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
36.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
71.4%
Transfer Out
18%
Teaching Quality
24:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
28.9%
$/Student
$5.9K
Class Size
Large
The 36.8% graduation rate is below average, but 71.4% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,162
In-State
$14,399
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,400
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,345
After Financial Aid
$7,042
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$5,609
Receive Grants
11.3%
Take Loans
1.5%
Tuition is $4,162/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $7,042.
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 McHenry County College fund their education.
While in School
11.3%
Get Grants
Free money
1.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$27,840
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$6,260
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$66/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $6,260, 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 McHenry County College.
Gender
53.7%
Female
46%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
4,691
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
48.4%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
17.5%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (54% women, 46% men). 48.4% 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
4,691
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
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
McHenry County College fields 6 varsity teams with 120 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: Baseball
Student Athletes
120
3% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
64% / 36%
77
Men
43
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 McHenry County Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$45,143
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$20K
447 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$29K
137 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$85K
32 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$59K
31 grads
4yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
—
21 grads
Engineering, General
—
18 grads
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $45K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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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.