- Danville Area Community College is committed to being a recognized leader in providing quality, innovative and adaptive programs and services which meet the life-long academic, cultural and work force needs of our diverse community.
School Highlights
Danville Area Community College serves 2,297 students (39% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 31:1 is lower than the state community college average of 34:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 54%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 2,297 students
- In-state tuition: $6,375
- Out-state tuition: $6,375
- Student-teacher ratio: 31:1
- Minority enrollment: 40%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Danville Area Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 67% over five years.
Danville Area Community College
(IL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's 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
73 staff
94 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Danville Area Community College has grown by 5% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 31:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Danville Area Community College diversity score of 0.58 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 31% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,297 students
2,836 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
31:1
34:1
# Full-Time Students
890 students
1,028 students
# Part-Time Students
1,407 students
2,082 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
2,297 students
2,720 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
890 students
1,082 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,407 students
2,308 students
% Asian
1%
5%
% Hispanic
8%
28%
% Black
21%
13%
% White
60%
46%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Unknown races
7%
4%
Diversity Score
0.58
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
45%
38%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,900
$31,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $6,375 is less than the state average of $8,019. The in-state tuition has declined by 26% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $6,375 is less than the state average of $10,874. The out-state tuition has declined by 26% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$6,375
$8,019
Out-State Tuition Fees
$6,375
$10,874
Tuition Notes
$160.00 per credit hour for in-district students under age 60.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
86%
80%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,351
$8,029
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,496
$4,618
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguars
- Danville Area Community College is a public two-year college located in Danville, Illinois. DACC was founded in 1946 and has grown into an independent college serving about 5,000 students per year in over 1,500 unique courses. Students at DACC are enrolled in programs and courses including: college transfer, occupational degrees and certificates, re-training, skill development, customized training or areas of special interest. Danville Area Community College is an accredited public two-year community college providing higher education opportunities for youth and adults in East Central Illinois. Established initially as an extension center of the University of Illinois in 1946, DACC became a public junior college named Danville Community College under Danville Public Schools in 1949. In 1951, the name was changed to Danville Junior College. In June of 1966, the College separated from Danville School District No. 118 under provisions of the Public Junior College Act and became an independent two-year area college under the control of the Board of Trustees of Junior College District No. 507. The name Danville Junior College was changed to Danville Area Community College on July 1, 1979, to be more reflective of the services rendered. The College district encompasses high school districts in Vermilion, Edgar, Iroquois, Ford, and Champaign counties with an estimated population 112,000. Originally housed at Danville High School, the college was moved to its current location in 1965. DACC is located on an attractive 75-acre campus on the south-east side of Danville, acquired from the Veterans Administration in 1965. Several of the existing buildings, constructed around the turn of the century, were renovated; partial funding for this renovation was provided by generous public support of the Danville Junior College Foundation Drive in 1965. DACC offers both degree credit and career programs. Whether you intend to earn a Bachelor's degree, an Associate degree or just want some additional training before you enter the real world, DACC can help. Nearly 35% of the district's high school graduates attend DACC for their first two years.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Danville Area Community College cost?
Danville Area Community College's tuition is approximately $6,375 for In-State students and $6,375 for Out-State students.
What is Danville Area Community College's ranking?
Danville Area Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Illinois for: Least expensive tuition.
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