Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Jacksonville, Illinois |
| Online | ic.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Town |
| Religious Affiliation | Presbyterian Church (USA) |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Illinois College, established in 1829, is located in Jacksonville, Illinois, approximately 35 miles west of Springfield. The private liberal arts institution occupies a 70-acre residential campus characterized by historic red-brick buildings and modern academic facilities in a small-town setting. As one of the oldest private colleges in Illinois, the institution maintains selective admission standards and offers undergraduate programs with particular emphasis in sciences, education, and business administration. The campus features traditional residence halls housing most students, along with academic buildings centered around a historic quadrangle. Illinois College competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Blueboys and Lady Blues, participating in the Midwest Conference.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Illinois College is rated within the lower 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Illinois College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#687 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#450 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#37 in Best Colleges in Illinois
#27 in Best Private Colleges in Illinois
#63 in Best Value Colleges in Illinois
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 960/1126 |
| ACT | 21/26 |
| GPA | 3.63 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $0 |
| Other Fees | $550 |
| Room and Board | $9,964 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,500 |
| Total One Year Cost | $47,810 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| General Studies | 16% |
| Biology | 14% |
| Social Sciences | 12% |
| English and Literature | 11% |
| Business | 11% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=145691 IPEDS survey data for Illinois College.
Current students may use the Illinois College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024