Illinois Central College
- We offer credit and non-credit classes at four college campuses, as well as at a variety of community locations. The East Peoria campus is the location for most of our classes. You'll find Health Careers and Profesional Development classes at the Downtown Peoria Campus. And our North campus provides a wide array of general classes and is the home of our Culinary Arts, Human Services, Public Services and Therapeutic Massage programs. Our South Campus in Pekin Illinois offers mostly Welding classes but will be expanding.
School Highlights
- Illinois Central College serves 10,296 students (36% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 33:1 is lower than the state community college average of 35:1.
- Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 40%.
- Illinois Central College is the only community colleges within Tazewell County, IL.
- The nearest community college to Illinois Central College is Midstate College (5.3 miles away).
Top Placements (Illinois)
Listed among the top community colleges in Illinois for:
- Category Attribute
- Community Size Largest student body
School Overview
- The teacher population of 313 teachers has declined by 20% over five years.
| Illinois Central College | (IL) Community College Avg. | |
| Institution Level | At least 2 but less than 4 years | At least 2 but less than 4 years |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Total Faculty | 313 staff | 123 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 10,296 students | 3,999 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 33:1 | 35:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 3,680 students | 1,386 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 6,616 students | 2,613 students |
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| % Asian | 1% | 4% |
| % Hispanic | 3% | 16% |
| % Black | 8% | 14% |
| % White | 84% | 60% |
| % Two or more races | 3% | 1% |
| % Unknown races | 1% | 5% |
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| Diversity Score | 0.29 | 0.59 |
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| College Completion Rate | 25% | 25% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $33,700 | $32,200 |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- Whether you're taking an online course, science lab, computer class, workforce training or attending an extra-curricular activity in the Performing Arts Center or Gym, you will find a welcoming smile and new companions for your educational adventure. Our excellent faculty will assist you to learn the newest technologies and the latest information in your field of study. Our staff is here to provide the support and services you need to make your path to success obtainable. We have a multitude of clubs, activities, and recreational activities available to help you meet new people and make new friends. From politics to music to sports to cultural events. Student Activities oversees over 40 clubs and organizations. In addition, Student Activities provides many campus-wide services including New Student Orientation, bulletin board posting, a monthly newsletter Campus Connection, scheduling of Student Center facilities, and CONNECTIONS leadership and personal development workshops.
Nearby Schools
- The nearest community college to Illinois Central College is Midstate College (5.3 miles away).
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(815)224-2720 46.903,525
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