John Wood Community College
School Highlights
- John Wood Community College serves 1,923 students (50% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the state community college average of 35:1.
- Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 40%.
- John Wood Community College is one of 3 community colleges within Adams County, IL.
- The nearest community college is Vatterott College-Quincy (2.70 miles away).
School Overview
- The teacher population of 121 teachers has grown by 16% over five years.
| John Wood Community College | (IL) Community College Avg. | |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges |
| Institution Level | Less than 2 yrs | At least 2 but less than 4 years |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Total Faculty | 121 staff | 123 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 1,923 students | 3,999 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 16:1 | 35:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 956 students | 1,386 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 967 students | 2,613 students |
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| % Asian | - | 4% |
| % Hispanic | 1% | 16% |
| % Black | 4% | 14% |
| % White | 89% | 60% |
| % Two or more races | 2% | 1% |
| % Non Resident races | 1% | - |
| % Unknown races | 3% | 5% |
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| Diversity Score | 0.20 | 0.59 |
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| College Completion Rate | 35% | 25% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $30,400 | $32,200 |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- John Wood Community College's main campus is located in Quincy, Illinois, in the heart of the midwest. Quincy is on the banks of the Mississippi River where it swings furthest to the west. It is located approximately 170 miles north of St. Louis, MO, and 105 miles west of Springfield, IL. To enhance accessibility, the College offers instruction through a variety of styles and locations. We have traditional classes offered in regular meetings in classrooms. We also have several alternative styles: Open Learning Centers offer a self-paced style of learning; and many courses and full associate degrees are offered online. Traditional courses, open learning courses, and interactive television courses can all be taken at our centers in Quincy, Pittsfield, Mt. Sterling, and the Ag Center near Perry. Often we hold courses in high schools throughout our district. Online courses can be completed anywhere you have access to a computer and the Internet. JWCC offers a variety of programs to help you achieve your dream. You can complete the first two years of a baccalaureate degree, acquire technical skills for entry into a career, improve skills needed for promotion and advancement in your job, or complete a high school equivalency diploma. Our modern campus in Quincy, innovative teaching, outreach services throughout the John Wood district, and extracurricular activities combine to provide you with a complete and excellent college experience. JWCC is a good place to start as you strive toward your educational goal and fulfill your dreams.
Nearby Schools
- College Location Mi. Students
- Vatterott College-QuincyPrivate, for profit140 students | 2.70 Mi3609 North Marx Drive
Quincy, IL 62305
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Quincy, IL 62301
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West Burlington, IA 52655
(319)752-2731 62.702,987 - 5,431 students | 68.40 Mi101 College Ave
Moberly, MO 65270
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Canton, IL 61520
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