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School Highlights
John A Logan College serves 2,954 students (43% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 2,954 students
- In-state tuition: $8,077
- Out-state tuition: $9,630
- Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
- Minority enrollment: 100%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
John A Logan College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Debt For Students
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
Associates Colleges
Associates 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
337 staff
227 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of John A Logan College has declined by 21% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has decreased from 11:1 over five years.
The John A Logan College diversity score of 0.42 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has grown by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,954 students
2,558 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
1,268 students
872 students
# Part-Time Students
1,686 students
1,686 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
265 students
40 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,268 students
872 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
43 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,686 students
1,719 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
16 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
132 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
5%
% Asian
9%
12%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
1%
25%
% White
n/a
4%
% Hawaiian
74%
48%
% Two or more races
15%
4%
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
Diversity Score
0.42
0.69
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.2605%
0.3913%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.6%
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 57% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$8,077
$7,875
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,630
$10,847
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
47%
82%
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: 2023 (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: Average community college minority breakdown and Least debt for graduating students.
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