Southeastern Illinois College

3575 College Road
Harrisburg, IL 62946
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • Southeastern Illinois College, as a comprehensive community college and a member of the Illinois Community College System of Higher Education, is committed to a philosophy that believes in the dignity and worth of each individual regardless of race, creed, gender, physical abilities, national or ethnic origin. As its mission, Southeastern strives to become the educational and cultural center of the community by providing for the development of intellectual, social, personal and productive skills to all persons who reside within Community College District #533.

School Highlights

Southeastern Illinois College serves 1,263 students (41% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 47%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 1,263 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,530
  • Out-state tuition: $4,770
  • Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Minority enrollment: 9%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Southeastern Illinois College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

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School Overview

The teacher population of 113 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Southeastern Illinois College
(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
Public
Public
Total Faculty
113 staff
239 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Southeastern Illinois College has declined by 27% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 has decreased from 15:1 over five years.
The Southeastern Illinois College diversity score of 0.17 is less than the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has declined by 23% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,263 students
2,581 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
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# Full-Time Students
515 students
898 students
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# Part-Time Students
748 students
1,683 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
984 students
40 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
515 students
944 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
22 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
748 students
1,683 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
132 students
% Asian
n/a
5%
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% Hispanic
2%
24%
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% Black
1%
12%
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% White
91%
53%
This chart display the percentage of White students in Southeastern Illinois College and the percentage of White community college students in IL by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Two or more races
2%
3%
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% Non Resident races
2%
1%
% Unknown races
2%
2%
This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Southeastern Illinois College.
This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in IL.
Diversity Score
0.17
0.64
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
40%
36%
This chart display completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Southeastern Illinois College and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of IL by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.54%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,300
$31,800
This chart display average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Southeastern Illinois College and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of IL by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $4,530 is less than the state average of $8,163. The in-state tuition has declined by 21% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,770 is less than the state average of $10,824. The out-state tuition has declined by 20% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,530
$8,163
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,770
$10,824
This chart display tuition fees for an out-of-state student of Southeastern Illinois College and the public community college average tuition fees for an out-of-state student of IL by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
81%
This chart display the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Southeastern Illinois College and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in IL by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$8,029
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$4,600
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
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Founded in 1960, the college has a 172-acre campus located at 3575 College Road, Harrisburg, Illinois. It serves the residents of Gallatin, Hardin, Pope and Saline Counties; portions of Hamilton, Johnson, Williamson and White Counties. Courses offered are: Arts and Science Associate Degree Programs, Associate in Applied Science Degree Programs, Associate in Engineering Science Degree, Associate in Liberal Studies Degree, Occupational Certificate Programs, (SIC operates educational programs at the White County Center, Vienna Correctional Center, Shawnee Correctional Center, Illinois Youth Center at Harrisburg, Hardin County Work Camp, and Dixon Springs Work Camp.) Southeastern Illinois College offers quality programs at one of the most affordable tuition rates in the region. We offer convenient courses - day, evening, on-line - to meet your busy schedule. Whether you take a single course or join us as a full-time student, your success starts at Southeastern. THe college is accreditated by the: Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of The North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Southeastern Illinois College cost?
Southeastern Illinois College's tuition is approximately $4,530 for In-State students and $4,770 for Out-State students.
What is Southeastern Illinois College's ranking?
Southeastern Illinois College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Illinois for: Least expensive tuition and Percent of students receiving financial aid.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 1,263 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,530
  • Out-state tuition: $4,770
  • Student:teacher ratio: 11:1
  • Minority enrollment: 9%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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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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