- Our focus is learning. Student success is our goal.
- McHenry County College provides credit and noncredit educational degrees, certificates, training opportunities, and special events for close to 60,000 participants annually. The college serves the seventh most rapidly growing county in Illinois and offers six associate's degrees and 17 Associate of Applied Science degrees.
School Highlights
McHenry County College serves 13,282 students (19% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 53%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 13,282 students
- In-state tuition: $3,750
- Out-state tuition: $12,500
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student:teacher ratio: 34:1
- Minority enrollment: 37%
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
McHenry County College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 390 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
McHenry County College
(IL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
390 staff
227 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of McHenry County College has grown by 77% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 34:1 has increased from 20:1 over five years.
The McHenry County College diversity score of 0.53 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
13,282 students
3,270 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
34:1
21:1
# Full-Time Students
2,507 students
1,007 students
# Part-Time Students
10,775 students
2,747 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
132 students
328 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
2,507 students
1,007 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
43 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
10,775 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
3%
6%
% Hispanic
26%
26%
% Black
2%
13%
% White
63%
47%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
3%
4%
Diversity Score
0.53
0.69
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3425%
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)
$32,400
$31,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,750 is less than the state average of $7,875. The in-state tuition has declined by 68% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $12,500 is more than the state average of $10,847. The out-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,750
$7,875
Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,500
$10,847
Tuition Notes
In-district tuition is currently $110 per credit hour. For more details visit www.mchenry.edu/tuition
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
51%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,000
$8,187
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,988
$4,618
Acceptance Rate
100%
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, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- MCC promotes a wide range of high-quality learning opportunities, enabling students to meet their educational, career and personal goals close to home at an affordable price. Our unique curriculum combines the traditional coursework needed for degrees with the soft skills needed in management roles. Students earn an Associate degree that blends work experience, mentoring and classroom participation. Student Life at McHenry County College offers students a variety of clubs and organizations to join and programs to attend.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does McHenry County College cost?
McHenry County College's tuition is approximately $3,750 for In-State students and $12,500 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of McHenry County College?
The acceptance rate of McHenry County College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 89%.
What sports does McHenry County College offer?
McHenry County College offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Softball, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is McHenry County College's ranking?
McHenry County College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Illinois for: Largest student body.
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