Morrison Institute of Technology

701 Portland Ave
Morrison, IL 61270
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • Morrison Institute of Technology is a two-year technology school located in Morrison, Illinois. Our programs include Engineering Technology and Network Administration. Both degrees have a placement rate of over 90% and graduates find careers making over $40,000 a year within the first 6 months. 

School Highlights

Morrison Institute of Technology serves 79 students (99% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 47%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 79 students
  • Private-state tuition: $17,400
  • Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
  • Minority enrollment: 30%
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Morrison Institute of Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Morrison Institute of Technology
(IL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
10 staff
239 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Morrison Institute of Technology has declined by 24% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 has decreased from 11:1 over five years.
The Morrison Institute of Technology diversity score of 0.47 is less than the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has grown by 37% over five years.
Total Enrollment
79 students
2,581 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
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# Full-Time Students
78 students
898 students
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# Part-Time Students
1 students
1,683 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
96 students
40 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
78 students
944 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
22 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1 students
1,683 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
132 students
132 students
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% Asian
8%
5%
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% Hispanic
10%
24%
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% Black
8%
12%
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% White
70%
53%
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% Hawaiian
2%
n/a
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
2%
2%
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Diversity Score
0.47
0.64
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
76%
36%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.54%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$44,300
$31,800
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $17,400 is more than the state average of $13,272. The private state tuition has grown by 8% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$17,400
$13,272
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Tuition Notes
Tuition fees include tuition and segregated fees.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
81%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$8,029
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$4,600
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
89%
SAT Reading
n/a
390
SAT Math
n/a
360
SAT Writing
n/a
355
ACT Composite
n/a
17
ACT English
n/a
17
ACT Math
n/a
17

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Student Ambassadors, Student Government
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Morrison Tech is a small college that offers an Associates of Applied Science in Engineering Technology and Network Administration. Choose our engineering technology program and be prepared to design buildings, cars, bridges, rockets, and much more! Choose our networking administration program and you may find yourself in cybersecurity, designing apps for your phone, or simply maintaining the computer network for a large organization.
  • With small classes, Morrison Tech students get the personal attention you won`t find anywhere else. Our instructors know their students by name and are available when they need help. Morrison Tech incorporates a "hands on" approach to learning. No reading Shakespeare or writing poetry here just the classes you need to be successful in the work world. Morrison Tech students enjoy living in a close knit community.
  • Student lives in apartment style dorms, our students have a home away from home.Having a 97% job placement rate is something the college takes great pride in. Employers call the college seeking Morrison Tech grads, they know what quality they will receive from our graduate. An average starting salary of $48,000 proves to be a strong return on investment.A Morrison Tech grad has the best of both worlds. They may head into the workforce immediately after graduation or they may choose to continue their education by transferring to one of the many colleges Morrison Tech has articulation agreements with.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Morrison Institute of Technology cost?
Morrison Institute of Technology's private state tuition is approximately $17,400.
What schools are Morrison Institute of Technology often compared to?
Morrison Institute of Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Sauk Valley Community College by visitors of our site.
What is Morrison Institute of Technology's ranking?
Morrison Institute of Technology ranks among the top 20% of community college in Illinois for: Highest graduate earnings (10 years post graduation) and Highest completion rates.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 79 students
  • Private-state tuition: $17,400
  • Student:teacher ratio: 8:1
  • Minority enrollment: 30%
  • Source: Verified school update

Did You Know?

For Illinois public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $8,163 per year for in-state students and $10,824 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,272 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Illinois is 84%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Illinois community colleges have a diversity score of 0.64, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Illinois is Rasmussen University-Illinois. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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