John A Logan College

700 Logan College Drive
Carterville, IL 62918
Top Ranked (2023): 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 3,328 students (45% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 47%.

Quick Stats (2023)

  • Enrollment: 3,328 students
  • In-state tuition: $8,077
  • Out-state tuition: $9,630
  • Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
  • Minority enrollment: 16%
  • 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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School Overview

The teacher population of 337 teachers has grown by 114% 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
239 staff
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Student Body

The student population of John A Logan College has declined by 15% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has decreased from 11:1 over five years.
The John A Logan College diversity score of 0.29 is less than the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has declined by 20% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,328 students
2,581 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
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# Full-Time Students
1,481 students
898 students
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# Part-Time Students
1,847 students
1,683 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
265 students
40 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,481 students
944 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
22 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,847 students
1,844 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
19 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
132 students
% Asian
1%
5%
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% Hispanic
2%
24%
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% Black
7%
12%
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% White
84%
53%
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% Two or more races
1%
3%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
5%
2%
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Diversity Score
0.29
0.64
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
22%
36%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.54%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$28,900
$31,800
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $8,077 is more than the state average of $7,972. The in-state tuition has grown by 47% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,630 is less than the state average of $10,688. The out-state tuition has grown by 58% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$8,077
$7,972
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,630
$10,688
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
75%
81%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$3,088
$7,963
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$2,940
$4,600
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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: 2021 (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 Stats (2023)

  • Enrollment: 3,328 students
  • In-state tuition: $8,077
  • Out-state tuition: $9,630
  • Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
  • Minority enrollment: 16%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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For Illinois public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $7,972 per year for in-state students and $10,688 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,695 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Illinois is 84%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Illinois community colleges have a diversity score of 0.64, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Illinois is Toyota Technological Institute at Chicago. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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