Highland Community college is committed to shaping the future of our communities by providing quality education and learning opportunities through programs and services that encourage the personal and professional growth of the people of northwestern Illinois.
School Highlights
Highland Community College serves 1,203 students (48% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 1,203 students
In-state tuition: $4,911
Out-state tuition: $5,151
Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
Minority enrollment: 97%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
The student population of Highland Community College has declined by 20% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 has decreased from 8:1 over five years.
The Highland Community College diversity score of 0.33 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has declined by 13% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,203 students
2,558 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
581 students
872 students
# Part-Time Students
622 students
1,686 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
116 students
40 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
581 students
872 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
43 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
622 students
1,719 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
16 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
132 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
5%
% Asian
7%
12%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
6%
25%
% White
3%
4%
% Hawaiian
81%
48%
% Two or more races
2%
4%
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
Diversity Score
0.33
0.69
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.36%
0.3913%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.6%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,300
$31,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,911 is less than the state average of $7,875. The in-state tuition has declined by 24% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $5,151 is less than the state average of $10,847. The out-state tuition has declined by 20% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,911
$7,875
Out-State Tuition Fees
$5,151
$10,847
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,029
$8,187
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,962
$4,618
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
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
Highland Community College offers more than 60 programs of
applied and transfer degrees, community education and business
training. In addition to comprehensive academic programming,
Highland provides theatre, art and music opportunities for the
community. Highland Community College is accredited by the Higher
Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central
Association’s Academic Quality Improvement Program. Located in
Freeport and Elizabeth, Highland is conveniently positioned in the
tri-state region with access to several major metropolitan areas.
For more information about Highland Community College, call
815.235.6121 or visit www.highland.edu.
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 1,203 students
In-state tuition: $4,911
Out-state tuition: $5,151
Student:teacher ratio: 7:1
Minority enrollment: 97%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Did You Know?
For Illinois public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $7,875 per year for in-state students and $10,847 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $14,511 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
