Parkland College
About Parkland College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Parkland College teaches in Champaign, beside the University of Illinois, and its agreements move graduates into it. The sciences and nursing are its largest programs, and better than a quarter of its students transfer on.
Founded
1967
Location
Champaign, Illinois
Students
3,348
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
31.8%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,284
Out-of-state: $13,266
Avg Net Price
$8,048
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$38,320
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
31.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
69.6%
Transfer Out
26%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
35.9%
$/Student
$10.5K
Class Size
Medium
The 31.8% graduation rate is below average, but 69.6% 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
$4,284
In-State
$13,266
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance
$14,995
After Financial Aid
$8,048
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,659
Receive Grants
25.4%
Take Loans
13.4%
Tuition is $4,284/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $8,048.
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 Parkland College fund their education.
While in School
25.4%
Get Grants
Free money
13.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$26,271
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,548
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$91/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,548, 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 Parkland College.
Gender
49.6%
Female
50%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,348
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
39.1%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
23.1%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (50% women, 50% men). 39.1% 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
3,348
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
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Parkland College fields 7 varsity teams with 151 student athletes, about 5% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
151
5% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
57% / 43%
86
Men
65
Women
4
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Parkland Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$38,320
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$27K
253 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$27K
116 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
—
70 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
$51K
38 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$55K
31 grads
1yr Earnings
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$47K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
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.