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Illinois College

Jacksonville, IL·Private·www.ic.edu/

Campus Identity

NCAA D3Graduate Programs

Illinois College is a small private nonprofit university in Jacksonville, IL. Approximately 930 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 78% acceptance rate. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 37/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Illinois College is a small private nonprofit university in Jacksonville, IL. Approximately 930 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 78% acceptance rate. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 37/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

78%
Acceptance Rate
3,820 applications
21
ACT Score (50th %ile)
Range: 19–26
$34,752
In-State Tuition
+$550 fees
$34,752
Out-of-State Tuition
+$550 fees
$11,118
Room & Board
930
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
8%
Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
NCAA D3
Athletics
Midwest
Selectivity78% · Open
Highly SelectiveOpen

SAT Scores (25th–75th Percentile)

SAT Evidence-Based Reading

450530590

SAT Math

433525590

Campus Lifestyle

Athletics

NCAA D3

Midwest

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Town setting

Ski Access

86 miles

Hidden Valley Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

46°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

86 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts
28 skiable acres6 lifts
179 mi away
139 skiable acres10 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Jacksonville, IL

26°Jan31°Feb41°Mar53°Apr64°May73°Jun76°Jul75°Aug67°Sep55°Oct42°Nov31°Dec

Station: JACKSONVILLE 2 · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

37/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety354432
35/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
44/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
32/100
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
$34,752
Fees
$550
Room & Board
$11,118
Total
$46,420

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

47 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Psychology, GeneralBachelor's
26 grads/yr$45,388
Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's
21 grads/yr$57,739
Accounting and Related ServicesBachelor's
19 grads/yr$67,982
Agricultural Business and ManagementBachelor's
18 grads/yr
Education, GeneralBachelor's
18 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Finance and Financial Management Services
Bachelor's12 grads$74,757
Accounting and Related Services
Bachelor's19 grads$67,982
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Bachelor's21 grads$57,739
Biology, General
Bachelor's18 grads$51,626
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
Bachelor's13 grads$45,716
Psychology, General
Bachelor's26 grads$45,388
Agricultural Business and Management
Bachelor's18 grads
Education, General
Bachelor's18 grads
Criminology
Bachelor's17 grads
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
Bachelor's17 grads

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 Illinois College located?

Illinois College is located in Jacksonville, IL. The main campus address is 1101 West College Ave, Jacksonville, IL. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

What is the acceptance rate at Illinois College?

Illinois College has an acceptance rate of 78%, making it accessible. Out of 3,820 applicants, 2,987 were admitted in the most recent year. 930 students enrolled.

What ACT score do you need for Illinois College?

The middle 50% of enrolled students at Illinois College scored between 19 and 26 on the ACT, with a median of 21. About 12% of enrolled students submitted ACT scores. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.

How much does it cost to attend Illinois College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Illinois College charges $34,752/year in tuition. Including room and board ($11,118/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $35,302/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Illinois College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Does Illinois College have college sports?

Yes — Illinois College competes at the NCAA D3 level in the Midwest. Division III programs emphasize academic achievement alongside athletic competition, without athletic scholarships.

Is Illinois College the right fit for me?

Whether Illinois College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (78% admit rate), cost ($34,752/year out-of-state), campus culture in Jacksonville, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Illinois College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Private
Location
Jacksonville, IL
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Bachelor's, Master's
NCAA
NCAA D3
Conference
Midwest
School Year Weather
Warm · 46°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
37/100
Nearest Airport
Springfield, IL (SPI) · 31 mialso UIN (52 mi), ALN (59 mi)

Location

Jacksonville, 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.