Illinois Community Colleges
Illinois is home to 48 public community colleges, providing educational opportunities to students seeking to pursue higher education. These community colleges offer a variety of courses, including associate degrees and certificates in a wide range of academic disciplines. These colleges can also provide students with the opportunity to transfer to four-year universities and colleges, allowing them to complete their degrees more quickly and at a lower cost.
Illinois community colleges are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the education they provide meets the same standards as those of four-year universities. Community colleges in Illinois also offer a variety of student services and activities, such as counseling, career services, student clubs and organizations, and student government.
The cost of attending an Illinois community college is usually much lower than that of a four-year university. The average cost for tuition and fees for a full-time student is around $4,000 per year, compared to the average cost of four-year universities, which is typically around $15,000 per year. Additionally, many community colleges offer financial aid and scholarships to help students pay for their education.
Each community college in Illinois offers a unique range of academic programs, allowing students to pursue their educational goals in a variety of fields. Common programs include business, healthcare, engineering, computer science, and the liberal arts. Many colleges also offer specialized programs, such as culinary arts, automotive technology, and veterinary technology.
Illinois community colleges are an excellent option for students looking to pursue higher education without the expense of a four-year university. With a variety of programs, low tuition costs, and numerous student services, these colleges provide a great opportunity for students to achieve their educational goals.
Illinois Community Colleges
| School |
City |
Enroll |
In-State Cost |
Out-State Cost |
| Black Hawk College |
Moline |
3,743 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Carl Sandburg College |
Galesburg |
1,755 |
$0 |
$0 |
| City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College |
Chicago |
6,479 |
$0 |
$0 |
| City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College |
Chicago |
5,186 |
$0 |
$0 |
| City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College |
Chicago |
1,878 |
$0 |
$0 |
| City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College |
Chicago |
7,273 |
$0 |
$0 |
| City Colleges of Chicago-Olive-Harvey College |
Chicago |
1,955 |
$0 |
$0 |
| City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College |
Chicago |
4,929 |
$0 |
$0 |
| City Colleges of Chicago-Wilbur Wright College |
Chicago |
7,946 |
$0 |
$0 |
| College of DuPage |
Glen Ellyn |
21,010 |
$0 |
$0 |
| College of Lake County |
Grayslake |
11,854 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Danville Area Community College |
Danville |
2,171 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Elgin Community College |
Elgin |
7,882 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Frontier Community College |
Fairfield |
1,262 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Heartland Community College |
Normal |
4,485 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Highland Community College |
Freeport |
1,276 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Illinois Central College |
East Peoria |
7,813 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Illinois Valley Community College |
Oglesby |
2,413 |
$0 |
$0 |
| John A Logan College |
Carterville |
3,328 |
$0 |
$0 |
| John Wood Community College |
Quincy |
1,881 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Joliet Junior College |
Joliet |
10,267 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Kankakee Community College |
Kankakee |
2,245 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Kaskaskia College |
Centralia |
2,785 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Kishwaukee College |
Malta |
2,626 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Lake Land College |
Mattoon |
3,862 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Lewis and Clark Community College |
Godfrey |
4,683 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Lincoln Land Community College |
Springfield |
4,977 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Lincoln Trail College |
Robinson |
723 |
$0 |
$0 |
| McHenry County College |
Crystal Lake |
7,814 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Moraine Valley Community College |
Palos Hills |
11,026 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Morton College |
Cicero |
3,618 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Oakton Community College |
Des Plaines |
7,313 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Olney Central College |
Olney |
906 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Parkland College |
Champaign |
5,758 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Prairie State College |
Chicago Heights |
2,716 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Rend Lake College |
Ina |
1,802 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Richland Community College |
Decatur |
2,235 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Rock Valley College |
Rockford |
5,762 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Sauk Valley Community College |
Dixon |
1,386 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Shawnee Community College |
Ullin |
1,176 |
$0 |
$0 |
| South Suburban College |
South Holland |
3,366 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Southeastern Illinois College |
Harrisburg |
1,263 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Southwestern Illinois College |
Belleville |
6,906 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Spoon River College |
Canton |
1,239 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Triton College |
River Grove |
8,819 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Wabash Valley College |
Mount Carmel |
2,222 |
$0 |
$0 |
| Waubonsee Community College |
Sugar Grove |
7,564 |
$0 |
$0 |
| William Rainey Harper College |
Palatine |
12,199 |
$0 |
$0 |
