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Southwestern Illinois College

Belleville, IL·Public·https://www.swic.edu/

Campus Identity

Southwestern Illinois College is a public community college in Belleville, IL. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 66/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Southwestern Illinois College is a public community college in Belleville, IL. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 66/100 (Pretty 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)
$3,390
In-State Tuition
+$270 fees
$5,670
Out-of-State Tuition
+$270 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

5,000–9,999

Suburban setting

Ski Access

39 miles

Hidden Valley Ski Area

Weather

Warm Climate

51°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

39 mi away
30 skiable acres7 lifts
184 mi away
65 skiable acres8 lifts
28 skiable acres6 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Belleville, IL

34°Jan38°Feb48°Mar58°Apr68°May76°Jun79°Jul77°Aug70°Sep60°Oct48°Nov37°Dec

Station: BELLEVILLE SIU RESEARCH · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

66/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety597179
59/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
71/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
79/100
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
$3,390$5,670
Fees
$270$270
Total
$3,660$5,940
In-StateOut-of-State

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

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Fields of Study

76 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
423 grads/yr$41,620
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
364 grads/yr
Criminal Justice and CorrectionsCertificate
309 grads/yr$77,912
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
270 grads/yr$33,669
Precision Metal WorkingCertificate
179 grads/yr$47,871

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

Fire Protection
Certificate68 grads$82,343
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Certificate309 grads$77,912
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's75 grads$75,373
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR)
Certificate31 grads$69,893
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's48 grads$69,693
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
Associate's19 grads$69,675
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's12 grads$68,288
Precision Metal Working
Associate's22 grads$62,981
Legal Support Services
Associate's12 grads$53,017
Precision Metal Working
Certificate179 grads$47,871

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 Southwestern Illinois College located?

Southwestern Illinois College is located in Belleville, IL. The main campus address is 2500 Carlyle Ave, Belleville, IL. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Southwestern Illinois College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Southwestern Illinois College charges $3,390/year for in-state students and $5,670/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $5,940/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Southwestern Illinois College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Southwestern Illinois College the right fit for me?

Whether Southwestern Illinois College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($5,670/year out-of-state), campus culture in Belleville, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Southwestern Illinois College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Belleville, IL
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 51°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
66/100
Nearest Airport
Belleville, IL (BLV) · 5 mialso ALN (27 mi), STL (29 mi)

Location

Belleville, 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.