Kishwaukee College
- Kishwaukee College provides quality, accessible, and cost effective educational opportunities through a learning-centered environment. The College is committed to the holistic development of the individual through a broad range of educational programs and services. Providing students the opportunity to enhance their abilities and promoting dignity and respect for individuals are of the utmost importance. Kishwaukee College challenges students to become increasingly aware of their personal and community responsibilities and to develop community and global awareness.
School Highlights
Kishwaukee College serves 3,060 students (36% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 52%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 3,060 students
- In-state tuition: $9,240
- Out-state tuition: $14,610
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 43%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Kishwaukee College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Earnings
School Overview
The teacher population of 249 teachers has grown by 75% over five years.
Kishwaukee College
(IL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
249 staff
239 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Kishwaukee College has declined by 31% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has decreased from 35:1 over five years.
The Kishwaukee College diversity score of 0.60 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,060 students
3,107 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
1,109 students
1,099 students
# Part-Time Students
1,951 students
2,008 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
136 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
5%
% Hispanic
23%
27%
% Black
13%
13%
% White
57%
48%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
1%
3%
Diversity Score
0.60
0.68
College Completion Rate
33%
33%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,400
$32,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $9,240 is more than the state average of $8,158. The in-state tuition has grown by 13% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $14,610 is more than the state average of $10,899. The out-state tuition has grown by 21% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$9,240
$8,158
Out-State Tuition Fees
$14,610
$10,899
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
73%
76%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,894
$7,963
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$4,549
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
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: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Kishwaukee College is a comprehensive, two-year college offering five transfer degrees and 64 occupational degrees and certificates. The main campus is located in a rural setting six miles west of Northern Illinois University. We offer two-year degrees in 37 areas, 64 career/occupational degrees and certificates, and customized training. A wide variety of course offerings are available through our community and adult basic education programs, and support services such as counseling, employment services, and financial assistance are also available. Kishwaukee College puts you at the center of a vast network of resources that extend far beyond the classroom. We offer opportunities in a variety of student organizations such as athletics, Phi Theta Kappa honor society, and student government; resources for student success such as a writing center and student help line; a wellness/fitness center; a library, bookstore, and cafeteria; and job search assistance. Kishwaukee College is fully accredited by the North Central Association and belongs to the American Association of Community Colleges. It is one of 49 public community colleges in the state of Illinois.
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