Olney Central College -IL Eastern Comm Colleges
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A community college that has been making a difference in southeastern Illinois since 1963. OCC offers several two-year baccalaureate-oriented transfer degrees and more than 25 two-year technical degrees and certificates. Most degree programs are offered in both day and evening format and several courses are offered in an online format. On-campus students have an added opportunity to participate in inter-collegiate sports, music, band, several choirs, and various theater productions. The beautiful 100-plus acre campus is located adjacent to Illinois Route 130 in the northwestern section of Olney, Illinois....
School Overview:
- Community College Avg.
| County | Richland County, IL | - |
| Title IV Eligible | YES | Yes |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Associate of Arts Colleges |
| Institution Level | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Full-Time Undergraduate | 805 students | 1,020 students |
| Part-Time Undergraduate | 932 students | 1,444 students |
| Total Enrollment | 1,737 students | 2,213 students |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 76% | 78% |
| % Students Receiving Federal Grants | 52% | 46% |
| Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received | $2,438 | $2,845 |
| % Students Receiving State/Local Grants | 34% | 29% |
| Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received | $1,076 | $1,273 |
| % Students Receiving Institutional Grants | 35% | 12% |
| Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received | $1,793 | $1,146 |
| % Students Receiving Loans | 14% | 38% |
| Avg. Amount Of Loan Received | $1,715 | $3,129 |
School Notes:
- Our faculty is dedicated to offering each student a quality classroom experience with individualized attention. The new Associate in Science and Arts degree, one of five transfer degrees offered by IECC, provides a well-articulated course curriculum, which eases your transfer to Illinois' four-year universities. Our four colleges are among the first in the state to offer this diverse degree.
- IECC offers a variety of technical programs, including computer technology, industrial quality management, manufacturing technologies, and telecommunications, that lead to successful careers in industry and business. Our health career opportunities provide many area health-care facilities with highly trained and qualified personnel.
- Our alliance with Franklin University offers IECC students new opportunities for completing an on-line baccalaureate degree, while balancing work and family responsibilities.
- Through the newest technologies, we offer student involvement with our entire network, including on-line registration. With the service Entrata, students have the ability to access classroom and campus information from any computer, anywhere. IECC's partnership with the Illinois Virtual Campus offers students on-line classes that fit into their schedules and educational goals.
- Profile last updated: 05/19/2009.
In the News:
- Vallette speaks at OCC commencement (Olney Daily Mail)
posted on May 13, 2009 at 04:22:12 pm
Olney Central College’s 45th annual commencement exercises will begin at 7 p.m. May 15 in the OCC Gymnasium.
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