John Wood Community College

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 1,881 students
  • In-state tuition: $7,290
  • Out-state tuition: $7,290
  • Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
  • Minority enrollment: 10%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 215 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
John Wood Community College
(IL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
215 staff
239 staff
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Student Body

The student population of John Wood Community College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The John Wood Community College diversity score of 0.19 is less than the state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has declined by 7% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,881 students
2,581 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
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# Full-Time Students
890 students
898 students
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# Part-Time Students
991 students
1,683 students
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This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of John Wood Community College.
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
137 students
40 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
890 students
944 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
22 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
991 students
1,844 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
132 students
% Asian
2%
5%
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% Hispanic
3%
24%
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% Black
2%
12%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in John Wood Community College and the percentage of Black community college students in Illinois by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% White
90%
53%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in John Wood Community College and the percentage of White community college students in Illinois by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Two or more races
3%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of Two or more races students in John Wood Community College and the percentage of Two or more races community college students in Illinois by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
2%
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in John Wood Community College.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Illinois.
Diversity Score
0.19
0.64
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
44%
36%
This chart displays completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of John Wood Community College and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Illinois by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.54%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,400
$31,800
This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of John Wood Community College and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Illinois by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $7,290 is less than the state average of $8,163. The in-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,290 is less than the state average of $10,824. The out-state tuition has declined by 10% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$7,290
$8,163
This chart displays tuition fees for an in-state student of John Wood Community College and the public community college average tuition fees for an in-state student of Illinois by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,290
$10,824
This chart displays tuition fees for an out-of-state student of John Wood Community College and the public community college average tuition fees for an out-of-state student of Illinois by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
87%
81%
This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in John Wood Community College and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in Illinois by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,500
$8,029
This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in John Wood Community College and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Illinois by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,840
$4,600
This chart displays median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in John Wood Community College and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Illinois by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
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 Administrators

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does John Wood Community College cost?
John Wood Community College's tuition is approximately $7,290 for In-State students and $7,290 for Out-State students.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 1,881 students
  • In-state tuition: $7,290
  • Out-state tuition: $7,290
  • Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
  • Minority enrollment: 10%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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For Illinois public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $8,163 per year for in-state students and $10,824 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,272 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 0.71. The most diverse community college in Illinois is Rasmussen University-Illinois. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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