We offer credit and non-credit classes at four college campuses, as well as at a variety of community locations. The East Peoria campus is the location for most of our classes. You'll find Health Careers and Profesional Development classes at the Downtown Peoria Campus. And our North campus provides a wide array of general classes and is the home of our Culinary Arts, Human Services, Public Services and Therapeutic Massage programs. Our South Campus in Pekin Illinois offers mostly Welding classes but will be expanding.
School Highlights
Illinois Central College serves 9,920 students (23% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 53%.
Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 9,920 students
In-state tuition: $8,100
Out-state tuition: $9,300
Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
Minority enrollment: 29%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 642 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Illinois Central College
(IL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
The student population of Illinois Central College has grown by 13% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 has increased from 14:1 over five years.
The Illinois Central College diversity score of 0.47 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has grown by 8% over five years.
Total Enrollment
9,920 students
3,270 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
# Full-Time Students
2,276 students
1,007 students
# Part-Time Students
7,644 students
2,747 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
992 students
328 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,276 students
1,007 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
43 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
7,644 students
3,310 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
18 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
132 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
2%
6%
% Hispanic
6%
26%
% Black
13%
13%
% White
71%
47%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
5%
3%
% Non Resident races
3%
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
4%
Diversity Score
0.47
0.69
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.316%
0.4%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.38%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$33,700
$31,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $8,100 is more than the state average of $7,875. The in-state tuition has declined by 18% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,300 is less than the state average of $10,847. The out-state tuition has declined by 20% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$8,100
$7,875
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,300
$10,847
Tuition Notes
In-District/Out-of D
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
73%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,000
$8,187
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,095
$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: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
Whether you're taking an online course, science lab, computer
class, workforce training or attending an extra-curricular activity
in the Performing Arts Center or Gym, you will find a welcoming
smile and new companions for your educational adventure. Our
excellent faculty will assist you to learn the newest technologies
and the latest information in your field of study. Our staff is
here to provide the support and services you need to make your path
to success obtainable. We have a multitude of clubs, activities,
and recreational activities available to help you meet new people
and make new friends. From politics to music to sports to cultural
events. Student Activities oversees over 40 clubs and
organizations. In addition, Student Activities provides many
campus-wide services including New Student Orientation, bulletin
board posting, a monthly newsletter Campus Connection, scheduling
of Student Center facilities, and CONNECTIONS leadership and
personal development workshops.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Illinois Central College cost?
Illinois Central College's tuition is approximately $8,100 for In-State students and $9,300 for Out-State students.
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Quick Stats (2025)
Enrollment: 9,920 students
In-state tuition: $8,100
Out-state tuition: $9,300
Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
Minority enrollment: 29%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
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.
