Southeastern Illinois College
- Southeastern Illinois College, as a comprehensive community college and a member of the Illinois Community College System of Higher Education, is committed to a philosophy that believes in the dignity and worth of each individual regardless of race, creed, gender, physical abilities, national or ethnic origin. As its mission, Southeastern strives to become the educational and cultural center of the community by providing for the development of intellectual, social, personal and productive skills to all persons who reside within Community College District #533.
School Highlights
Southeastern Illinois College serves 1,732 students (36% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 52%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 1,732 students
- In-state tuition: $4,530
- Out-state tuition: $4,770
- Student:teacher ratio: 15:1
- Minority enrollment: 12%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Southeastern Illinois College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 44% over five years.
Southeastern Illinois College
(IL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-High 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
113 staff
239 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Southeastern Illinois College has declined by 5% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 has decreased from 29:1 over five years.
The Southeastern Illinois College diversity score of 0.22 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,732 students
3,107 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
622 students
1,099 students
# Part-Time Students
1,110 students
2,008 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
136 students
% Asian
1%
5%
% Hispanic
2%
27%
% Black
3%
13%
% White
88%
48%
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
4%
3%
Diversity Score
0.22
0.68
College Completion Rate
36%
33%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$32,300
$32,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $4,530 is less than the state average of $8,158. The in-state tuition has declined by 15% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $4,770 is less than the state average of $10,899. The out-state tuition has declined by 14% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,530
$8,158
Out-State Tuition Fees
$4,770
$10,899
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
87%
76%
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 Administrators
School Notes
- Founded in 1960, the college has a 172-acre campus located at 3575 College Road, Harrisburg, Illinois. It serves the residents of Gallatin, Hardin, Pope and Saline Counties; portions of Hamilton, Johnson, Williamson and White Counties. Courses offered are: Arts and Science Associate Degree Programs, Associate in Applied Science Degree Programs, Associate in Engineering Science Degree, Associate in Liberal Studies Degree, Occupational Certificate Programs, (SIC operates educational programs at the White County Center, Vienna Correctional Center, Shawnee Correctional Center, Illinois Youth Center at Harrisburg, Hardin County Work Camp, and Dixon Springs Work Camp.) Southeastern Illinois College offers quality programs at one of the most affordable tuition rates in the region. We offer convenient courses - day, evening, on-line - to meet your busy schedule. Whether you take a single course or join us as a full-time student, your success starts at Southeastern. THe college is accreditated by the: Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of The North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
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