Southeastern Illinois College
About Southeastern Illinois College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Southeastern Illinois College teaches in Harrisburg, in the coal and forest country of southern Illinois. The sciences and nursing are its largest programs.
Founded
1960
Location
Harrisburg, Illinois
Students
680
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
54.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,560
Out-of-state: $6,780
Avg Net Price
$11,437
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$33,763
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
Average
54.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
65.5%
Transfer Out
16%
Teaching Quality
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
50.6%
$/Student
$5.1K
Class Size
Medium
54.7% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,560
In-State
$6,780
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$845
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,113
After Financial Aid
$11,437
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$10,895
Receive Grants
24%
Take Loans
0%
Tuition is $4,560/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $11,437.
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 Southeastern Illinois College fund their education.
While in School
24%
Get Grants
Free money
0%
Take Loans
Must repay
$14,652
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 Southeastern Illinois College.
Gender
56.8%
Female
43%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
680
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
42.9%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
24.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 42.9% 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
Rural: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
680
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Southeastern Illinois College fields 4 varsity teams with 83 student athletes, about 12% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
4
Biggest: Baseball
Student Athletes
83
12% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
63% / 37%
52
Men
31
Women
2
Men's Teams
2
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Southeastern Illinois Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$33,763
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
67 grads
Biological and Physical Sciences
—
44 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
—
25 grads
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
—
8 grads
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
—
6 grads
Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management
—
3 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.