Kaskaskia College

27210 College Rd
Centralia, IL 62801
Top-Ranked (2026): View Rankings
  • Kaskaskia College is committed to life-long student learning and to providing quality comprehensive education.

School Highlights

Kaskaskia College serves 3,669 students (35% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 40:1 is higher than the state community college average of 34:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 54%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 3,669 students
  • In-state tuition: $6,784
  • Out-state tuition: $13,088
  • Student-teacher ratio: 40:1
  • Minority enrollment: 17%
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Kaskaskia College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:

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Attribute

School Overview

The teacher population of 92 teachers has declined by 25% over five years.
Kaskaskia 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
Total Faculty
92 staff
94 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

The student population of Kaskaskia College has grown by 31% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 40:1 has increased from 26:1 over five years.
The Kaskaskia College diversity score of 0.30 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has grown by 76% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,669 students
2,836 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
40:1
34:1
# Full-Time Students
1,280 students
1,028 students
# Part-Time Students
2,389 students
2,082 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
3,669 students
2,720 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,280 students
1,082 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,389 students
2,308 students
% Asian
1%
5%
% Hispanic
3%
28%
% Black
6%
13%
% White
83%
46%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Unknown races
3%
4%
Diversity Score
0.30
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
37%
38%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$28,700
$31,800

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $6,784 is less than the state average of $8,019. The in-state tuition has declined by 9% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $13,088 is more than the state average of $10,874. The out-state tuition has grown by 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$6,784
$8,019
Out-State Tuition Fees
$13,088
$10,874
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
78%
80%
Median Debt for Graduates
$5,000
$8,029
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,250
$4,618

Sports

Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
CheeringCross Country
SoccerSoftball
TennisVolleyball
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Kaskaskia College was the first community college in Illinois established under the Junior College Act of 1965. It has a rich tradition of providing comprehensive, high quality, cost-effective educational opportunities for lifelong learning. The North Central Association of Colleges and Schools has awarded Kaskaskia College the maximum ten-year accreditation status. This confidence in academic excellence serves as proof that Kaskaskia College is fulfilling its academic mission of training and educating our citizens and future leaders. The beautiful main campus is located on 200 rural acres near Centralia in south central Illinois near the crossroads of America's heartland. Extension centers offering a wide array of course choices are located throughout the 9 county district in Trenton, Salem and Vandalia, Illinois and at the Harry L. Crisp Manufacturing Technology Center in Centralia. The main campus and extension centers provide classrooms, technical labs, and other services to students. We are a student-centered, learning-oriented institution committed to the success of our students. Kaskaskia College offers college-level courses in support of one-and two-year occupational/technical programs in addition to university-parallel courses constituting the first two years of baccalaureate degree programs. Kaskaskia College offers Associate of Science and Associate of Arts degrees for transfer to four-year colleges and universities as well as 29 associate degree career programs and 74 certificate programs. Students may also benefit from additional programs and activities through non-credit classes, business and industry training, and social, recreational and cultural events. The career and occupational programs are styled in accordance with the wants and needs of students, the community, business and industry. The College is committed to working together with employers to assess technological, educational, and training needs. Kaskaskia College's partnerships with the region's manufacturers assure a valuable, educated workforce. The College serves as the primary resource for skills training programs and technical and computer education for business and manufacturing in the district. Kaskaskia College is committed to life-long student learning and to providing quality comprehensive education.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Kaskaskia College cost?
Kaskaskia College's tuition is approximately $6,784 for In-State students and $13,088 for Out-State students.
What sports does Kaskaskia College offer?
Kaskaskia College offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is Kaskaskia College's ranking?
Kaskaskia College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Illinois for: Least debt for graduating students.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Enrollment: 3,669 students
  • In-state tuition: $6,784
  • Out-state tuition: $13,088
  • Student-teacher ratio: 40:1
  • Minority enrollment: 17%
  • Source: Verified school update

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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.

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