For the 2024-25 school year, there are 70 community colleges serving 243,580 students in Illinois (52 public colleges and 18 private colleges).
The average tuition for community colleges in Illinois 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 (view national tuition costs).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many community colleges are located in Illinois?
There are 70 community colleges serving 243,580 students in Illinois.
How much do community colleges cost in Illinois?
The average tuition for community colleges in Illinois 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.
What are the top ranked community colleges in Illinois?
What is community college acceptance rate in Illinois?
The average community college acceptance rate in Illinois is 87% (compared to national acceptance rates).
What is community college diversity score in Illinois?
Community colleges in Illinois have a diversity score of 0.69, which is lower than the national average of 0.75 (compared to national diversity statistics).
How diverse are community college in Illinois?
Community colleges in Illinois have approximately 96% minority enrollment, with the majority being Black.
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