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Carl Sandburg College

Galesburg, IL·Public·www.sandburg.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Carl Sandburg College is a public community college in Galesburg, IL. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Carl Sandburg College is a public community college in Galesburg, IL. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$5,200
In-State Tuition
+$50 fees
$8,710
Out-of-State Tuition
+$50 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Town setting

Weather

Cold Climate

43°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

28 skiable acres6 lifts
93 mi away
139 skiable acres10 lifts
55 skiable acres6 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Galesburg, IL

22°Jan26°Feb38°Mar51°Apr62°May72°Jun75°Jul73°Aug66°Sep53°Oct39°Nov28°Dec

Station: GALESBURG · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

100/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety100100100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$5,200$8,710
Fees
$50$50
Total
$5,250$8,760
In-StateOut-of-State

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Carl Sandburg College located?

Carl Sandburg College is located in Galesburg, IL. The main campus address is 2400 Tom L. Wilson Boulevard, Galesburg, IL. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Carl Sandburg College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Carl Sandburg College charges $5,200/year for in-state students and $8,710/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $8,760/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Carl Sandburg College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Carl Sandburg College the right fit for me?

Whether Carl Sandburg College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($8,710/year out-of-state), campus culture in Galesburg, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Carl Sandburg College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Carl Sandburg College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Galesburg, IL
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 43°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
100/100
Nearest Airport
Moline, IL (MLI) · 33 mialso BRL (40 mi), PIA (43 mi)

Location

Galesburg, IL

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.