Campus Identity
Sauk Valley Community College is a public community college in Dixon, IL. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 93/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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At a Glance
Sauk Valley Community College is a public community college in Dixon, IL. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 93/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
Sauk Valley Community College is a 1,000–4,999, rural school. The campus is 53 miles from Chestnut Mountain Resort.
School Size & Setting
1,000–4,999
Rural setting
Weather
Cold Climate
42°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Sauk Valley Community College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Chestnut Mountain Resort, 53 miles away with 10 lifts and 139 skiable acres. All are within 72 miles of campus.
Illinois
Illinois
Illinois
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Dixon, IL
Dixon has a cool climate, with winters averaging 21°F in Jan and summers peaking around 74°F in Jul.
Station: DIXON WWTP · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Sauk Valley Community College in IL earns a composite safety score of 93/100, 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.
| Cost Item | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,340 | $12,900 |
| Fees | $780 | $780 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $6,120 | $13,680 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
42 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 Sauk Valley Community College located?
Sauk Valley Community College is located in Dixon, IL. The main campus address is 173 Illinois Rt 2, Dixon, IL. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.
How much does it cost to attend Sauk Valley Community College?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Sauk Valley Community College charges $5,340/year for in-state students and $12,900/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost is approximately $12,840/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $8,493/year — what students actually pay. Use Sauk Valley Community College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Is Sauk Valley Community College the right fit for me?
Whether Sauk Valley Community 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 ($8,493/year after aid), campus culture in Dixon, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Sauk Valley Community College against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Sauk Valley Community College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Public
- Location
- Dixon, IL
- Size
- 1,000–4,999
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Cold · 42°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 93/100
- Nearest Airport
- Chicago/Rockford, IL (RFD) · 37 mialso MLI (54 mi), DPA (70 mi)
Location
Dixon, IL