Campus Identity
Gem City College is a private for-profit college in Quincy, IL. Mark Twain Lake is about 29 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
At a Glance
Gem City College is a private for-profit college in Quincy, IL. Mark Twain Lake is about 29 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
Gem City College is a under 1,000, small-town school. The campus is 105 miles from Hidden Valley Ski Area.
School Size & Setting
Under 1,000
Town setting
Weather
Warm Climate
46°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Gem City College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Hidden Valley Ski Area, 105 miles away with 7 lifts and 30 skiable acres. All are within 160 miles of campus.
Missouri
Illinois
Nearby Lake
Mark Twain Lake is 29 miles from campus, giving Gem City College students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.
Mark Twain Lake
Lake access within 28.6 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Quincy, IL
Quincy has a cool climate, with winters averaging 27°F in Jan and summers peaking around 77°F in Jul.
Station: QUINCY DAM 21 · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Gem City College in IL earns a composite safety score of 100/100, rated Very Safe among U.S. colleges.
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
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
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What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
2 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Gem City College located?
Gem City College is located in Quincy, IL. The main campus address is 700 State St, Quincy, IL. It is a private institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.
What is the application fee for Gem City College?
The undergraduate application fee at Gem City College is $100. Check the admissions website for fee waiver eligibility.
Is Gem City College the right fit for me?
Whether Gem City College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($11,843/year after aid), campus culture in Quincy, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Gem City College against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Gem City College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- For-Profit
- Location
- Quincy, IL
- Size
- Under 1,000
- Degrees Offered
- Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 46°F avg
- App Fee
- $100
- On Campus Safety Score
- 100/100
- Nearest Airport
- Quincy, IL (UIN) · 11 mialso BRL (61 mi), IRK (62 mi)
Location
Quincy, IL