Olney Central College
- A community college that has been making a difference in southeastern Illinois since 1963. OCC offers several two-year baccalaureate-oriented transfer degrees and more than 25 two-year technical degrees and certificates. Most degree programs are offered in both day and evening format and several courses are offered in an online format. On-campus students have an added opportunity to participate in inter-collegiate sports, music, band, several choirs, and various theater productions. The beautiful 100-plus acre campus is located adjacent to Illinois Route 130 in the northwestern section of Olney, Illinois.
School Highlights
- Olney Central College serves 1,398 students (45% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is lower than the state community college average of 35:1.
- Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 40%.
- Olney Central College is the only community colleges within Richland County, IL.
- The nearest community college to Olney Central College is Wabash Valley College (27.3 miles away).
Top Placements
Olney Central College places among the top 20% of community colleges in Illinois for:
- Category Attribute
- Completion Rates Highest completion rates
- Debt For Students Least debt for graduating students
School Overview
- The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
| Olney Central College | (IL) Community College Avg. | |
| Carnegie Classification | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges |
| Institution Level | Less than 2 yrs | At least 2 but less than 4 years |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Total Faculty | 59 staff | 123 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 1,398 students | 3,999 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 24:1 | 35:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 632 students | 1,386 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 766 students | 2,613 students |
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| % Asian | 1% | 4% |
| % Hispanic | 1% | 16% |
| % Black | 1% | 14% |
| % White | 96% | 60% |
| % Two or more races | 1% | 1% |
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| Diversity Score | 0.08 | 0.59 |
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| College Completion Rate | 49% | 25% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $30,400 | $31,800 |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- Our faculty is dedicated to offering each student a quality classroom experience with individualized attention. The new Associate in Science and Arts degree, one of five transfer degrees offered by IECC, provides a well-articulated course curriculum, which eases your transfer to Illinois' four-year universities. Our four colleges are among the first in the state to offer this diverse degree. IECC offers a variety of technical programs, including computer technology, industrial quality management, manufacturing technologies, and telecommunications, that lead to successful careers in industry and business. Our health career opportunities provide many area health-care facilities with highly trained and qualified personnel. Our alliance with Franklin University offers IECC students new opportunities for completing an on-line baccalaureate degree, while balancing work and family responsibilities. Through the newest technologies, we offer student involvement with our entire network, including on-line registration. With the service Entrata, students have the ability to access classroom and campus information from any computer, anywhere. IECC's partnership with the Illinois Virtual Campus offers students on-line classes that fit into their schedules and educational goals.
Nearby Schools
- The nearest community college to Olney Central College is Wabash Valley College (27.3 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- Wabash Valley CollegePublic4,512 students | 27.30 Mi2200 College Drive
Mount Carmel, IL 62863
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(618)393-2982 29.401,031 - Vincennes UniversityPublic17,258 students | 31.10 Mi1002 N First St
Vincennes, IN 47591
(812)888-8888 31.1017,258 - Lake Land CollegePublic5,593 students | 49.30 Mi5001 Lake Land Blvd
Mattoon, IL 61938
(217)234-5253 49.305,593
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