- Southwestern Illinois College upholds the dignity and worth of all people and believes that learning is a lifelong process which enhances the quality of life. The college provides for individual growth through educational excellence and active partnerships with students and the community.
School Highlights
Southwestern Illinois College serves 6,906 students (44% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is same as the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 47%.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Enrollment: 6,906 students
- In-state tuition: $12,768
- Out-state tuition: $16,640
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 29%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Southwestern Illinois College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 586 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Southwestern Illinois College
(IL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
586 staff
239 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Southwestern Illinois College has declined by 18% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 15:1 over five years.
The Southwestern Illinois College diversity score of 0.47 is less than the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has declined by 17% over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,906 students
2,581 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
3,037 students
898 students
# Part-Time Students
3,869 students
1,683 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
620 students
40 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,037 students
944 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
22 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,869 students
1,683 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
132 students
% Asian
1%
5%
% Hispanic
4%
24%
% Black
14%
12%
% White
71%
53%
% Two or more races
5%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
4%
2%
Diversity Score
0.47
0.64
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
28%
36%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.54%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$29,600
$31,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $12,768 is more than the state average of $8,163. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $16,640 is more than the state average of $10,824. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$12,768
$8,163
Out-State Tuition Fees
$16,640
$10,824
Tuition Notes
$3,904 for in-district students.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
62%
81%
Median Debt for Graduates
$6,969
$8,029
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,500
$4,600
Acceptance Rate
n/a
89%
SAT Reading
n/a
390
SAT Math
n/a
360
SAT Writing
n/a
355
ACT Composite
n/a
17
ACT English
n/a
17
ACT Math
n/a
17
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
College Activities Board, Miscellaneous Clubs & Organizations, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
College Activities Board, Miscellaneous Clubs & Organizations, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Southwestern Illinois College is a comprehensive educational institution committed to providing you the best learning opportunities. We are the starting point for higher education, the bridge to developing career skills and the pathway to personal achievement. SWIC is the sixth largest community college in the state of Illinois. We operate campuses in Belleville, Granite City and Red Bud, plus more than 20 off-campus sites located throughout the district. SWIC began as Belleville Junior College in 1946. The first graduating class, the class of 1948, had 48 graduates. Today, SWIC operates three campuses and more than 20 off-campus sites, and provides educational opportunities to more than 25,000 students each year. At SWIC, our students benefit from the variety of programs from which they can launch a career or transfer to a four-year college or university; smart classrooms equipped with the latest technology; and a wide array of student services and activities that enhance the college experience. SWIC offers more than 150 associate degree and occupational certificate programs. SWIC is accredited through the Higher Learning Commission's (HLC) Academic Quality Improvement Project (AQIP). As an AQIP institution, continuing accreditation is contingent on an ongoing cycle of self-examination, identification of programmatic and institutional needs, and a program of positive action that leads to self-improvement. Extending an uninterrupted streak to 70 years, SWIC has been re-accredited through 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Southwestern Illinois College cost?
Southwestern Illinois College's tuition is approximately $12,768 for In-State students and $16,640 for Out-State students.
What sports does Southwestern Illinois College offer?
Southwestern Illinois College offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Soccer, Softball and Volleyball.
What is Southwestern Illinois College's ranking?
Southwestern Illinois College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Illinois for: Largest student body.
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