South Suburban College
About South Suburban College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
South Suburban College teaches in South Holland, in the southern suburbs of Chicago. Allied health and the sciences are its largest programs, and close to a third of its students transfer on to a four-year college.
Founded
1927
Location
South Holland, Illinois
Students
2,042
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
28.2%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,093
Out-of-state: $12,683
Avg Net Price
$3,242
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$33,680
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
28.2% complete their degree within three years
Retention
62.9%
Transfer Out
29%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
32.5%
$/Student
$7.5K
Class Size
Medium
The 28.2% graduation rate is below average, but 62.9% 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
$5,093
In-State
$12,683
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
$10,834
After Financial Aid
$3,242
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$2,722
Receive Grants
24.2%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $5,093/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $3,242.
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 South Suburban College fund their education.
While in School
24.2%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$16,067
Median Family Income
After Graduation
N/A
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
N/A
Monthly Payment
N/A
Default Rate
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends South Suburban College.
Gender
67.8%
Female
32%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,042
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
44.9%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
29.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 68% of the student body. 44.9% 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
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
2,042
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
South Suburban College fields 5 varsity teams with 126 student athletes, about 6% 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
126
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
56% / 44%
71
Men
55
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 South Suburban Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$33,680
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$28K
173 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$52K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$45K
24 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
—
15 grads
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$47K
9 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
—
5 grads
Median earnings are $34K 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.