John A Logan College

700 Logan College Drive
Carterville, IL 62918
Top-Ranked (2026-27): View Rankings
  • 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 3,224 students (41% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 32:1 is lower than the state community college average of 33:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 54%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 3,224 students
  • In-state tuition: $8,077
  • Out-state tuition: $9,630
  • Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
  • Minority enrollment: 33%
  • 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 101 teachers has declined by 70% over five years.
John A Logan 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
Year Founded
1967
Total Faculty
101 staff
94 staff
School Calendar
School Motto
'To enrich lives through learning and community engagement.'

Student Body

The student population of John A Logan College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 32:1 has increased from 11:1 over five years.
The John A Logan College diversity score of 0.52 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has grown by 79% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,224 students
3,095 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
33:1
# Full-Time Students
1,329 students
1,013 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Students
1,895 students
2,082 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Enrollment Undergraduate
3,224 students
2,720 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,329 students
1,082 students

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,895 students
2,308 students
% Asian
1%
5%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Hispanic
4%
28%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Black
10%
13%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% White
67%
46%

Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Unknown races
14%
4%
Diversity Score
0.52
0.69

Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
31%
38%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$28,900
$31,800

Tuition & Financial Aid

The public in-state tuition of $8,077 is more than the state average of $8,019. The in-state tuition has grown by 35% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,630 is less than the state average of $10,874. The out-state tuition has grown by 37% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$8,077
$8,019

Showing 2008–2024. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓

Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,630
$10,874
Tuition Notes
$145.00 per credit hour
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
82%
80%

Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓

Median Debt for Graduates
$3,088
$7,900
Median Debt for Dropouts
$2,940
$4,618

Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

Sports

School Mascot
Logan Vols
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • 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 Facts (26-27)

  • Enrollment: 3,224 students
  • In-state tuition: $8,077
  • Out-state tuition: $9,630
  • Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
  • Minority enrollment: 33%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Illinois public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $8,019 per year for in-state students and $10,874 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $14,123 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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