John A Logan College

700 Logan College Drive
Carterville, IL 62918
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  • We are a diverse learning and teaching community committed to improving individual life and society through high-quality, accessible educational programs and engaged learning opportunities.

School Highlights

John A Logan College serves 6,115 students (25% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 53%.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 6,115 students
  • In-state tuition: $8,077
  • Out-state tuition: $9,630
  • Student:teacher ratio: 18:1
  • Minority enrollment: 32%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

John A Logan College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

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Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 337 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
John A Logan College
(IL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
337 staff
239 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of John A Logan College has grown by 63% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 has increased from 10:1 over five years.
The John A Logan College diversity score of 0.50 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has grown by 25% over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,115 students
3,838 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
# Full-Time Students
1,512 students
1,091 students
# Part-Time Students
4,603 students
2,747 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
611 students
328 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,512 students
1,091 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
43 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
4,603 students
3,310 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
18 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
132 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
1%
6%
% Hispanic
3%
26%
% Black
9%
13%
% White
68%
47%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
1%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
17%
4%
Diversity Score
0.50
0.69
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
31%
40%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
55%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$28,900
$31,800

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $8,077 is more than the state average of $7,875. The in-state tuition has grown by 46% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,630 is less than the state average of $10,847. The out-state tuition has grown by 46% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$8,077
$7,875
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,630
$10,847
Tuition Notes
$145.00 per credit hour
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
47%
81%
Median Debt for Graduates
$3,088
$8,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$2,940
$4,618
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: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Logan Vols
  • John A. Logan College was created by public mandate in 1967 under the authority of the Illinois Community College Act of 1965. The College opened its doors to its charter class in the fall of 1968 and acquired its permanent grounds in the following year. Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools in 1972, John A. Logan College now offers a wide variety of programs, including foundation courses for the bachelor's degree, technical and vocational curricula, adult education classes and public service activities. John A. Logan College maintains well-balanced sports programs. The College competes intercollegiately in basketball, baseball,, and golf in a men's division, and in volleyball, golf, basketball, and softball in a women's division. John A. Logan College is a member of both the National Junior College Athletic Association and the Great Rivers Athletic Conference. The John A. Logan Cultural Arts Program complements educational and social programs of the College through a museum, art galleries, and in-house musical and theatrical production, and by the appearance of off-campus artists, musicians, and dancers. The College district covers most of Williamson and Jackson Counties and parts of Franklin, Perry, and Randolph Counties.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does John A Logan College cost?
John A Logan College's tuition is approximately $8,077 for In-State students and $9,630 for Out-State students.
What is John A Logan College's ranking?
John A Logan College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Illinois for: Least debt for graduating students.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 6,115 students
  • In-state tuition: $8,077
  • Out-state tuition: $9,630
  • Student:teacher ratio: 18:1
  • Minority enrollment: 32%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Illinois public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $7,875 per year for in-state students and $10,847 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $14,261 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Illinois is 71%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Illinois community colleges have a diversity score of 0.69, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Illinois is Midwestern Career College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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