Fox College
- Fox College is an institution of higher learning that combines general education and professional education in applied programs that prepare motivated students for success in specialized careers. Fox College offers a combination of applied associate degrees and diplomas in 8 different program areas. Each program’s curriculum has been designed by faculty and industry professionals to emphasize what employers need in their new hires.
School Highlights
Fox College serves 404 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 47%.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Private-state tuition: $15,180
- Acceptance Rate: 50%
- Student:teacher ratio: 6:1
- Minority enrollment: 49%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Fox College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
School Overview
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 168% over five years.
Fox College
(IL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
67 staff
239 staff
Student Body
The student population of Fox College has declined by 6% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 has decreased from 7:1 over five years.
The Fox College diversity score of 0.65 is more than the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
404 students
2,581 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
404 students
898 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
1,683 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
721 students
40 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
404 students
944 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
22 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
1,844 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
19 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
132 students
% Asian
7%
5%
% Hispanic
28%
24%
% Black
10%
12%
% White
51%
53%
% Hawaiian
1%
n/a
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
1%
2%
Diversity Score
0.65
0.64
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
78%
36%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.54%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,400
$31,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The private state tuition of $15,180 is more than the state average of $13,695. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$15,180
$13,695
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
90%
81%
Median Debt for Graduates
$16,000
$8,029
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,600
$4,600
Acceptance Rate
50%
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)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Fox College cost?
Fox College's private state tuition is approximately $15,180.
What is the acceptance rate of Fox College?
The acceptance rate of Fox College is 50%, which is lower than the state average of 89%. Fox College's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in Illinois with low acceptance rates.
What is Fox College's ranking?
Fox College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Illinois for: Lowest acceptance rates and Highest completion rates.
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