Springfield College in Illinois (Closed 2020)

1500 North Fifth Street
Springfield, IL 62702
  • The mission of Springfield College in Illinois is to provide students the best liberal arts education in the Ursuline tradition of a nurturing faith-based environment. We prepare students for a life of learning, leadership and service in a diverse world.

School Highlights

Springfield College in Illinois served 142 students (39% of students were full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 3:1 was lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 46% of the student body (majority Black), which was less than the state average of 96%.

School Overview

Springfield College in Illinois
(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
Private, non-profit
Public
Total Faculty
52 staff
227 staff
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Student Body

Total Enrollment
142 students
2,558 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
12:1
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# Full-Time Students
55 students
872 students
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# Part-Time Students
87 students
1,686 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
40 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
142 students
872 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
43 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
87 students
1,719 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
16 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
132 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
5%
% Asian
n/a
12%
% Hispanic
1%
1%
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% Black
22%
25%
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% White
54%
4%
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% Hawaiian
n/a
48%
% Two or more races
1%
4%
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% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
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% Unknown races
21%
1%
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Diversity Score
0.66
0.69
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
41%
24%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.6%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,500
$31,500
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
84%
66%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$6,130
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,250
$3,500
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Acceptance Rate
71%
79%
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SAT Reading
n/a
390
SAT Math
n/a
360
SAT Writing
n/a
355
ACT Composite
20
17
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ACT English
20
17
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ACT Math
20
17
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Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • Springfield College in Illinois has been offering a rigorous two-year college education in a community setting for nearly 75 years. Established in 1929 by the Ursuline Sisters, SCI was a pioneer in its mission of enhancing the ethical, intellectual and personal development of its students without reference to race, color, gender or creed. In January 2003, SCI entered into a partnership with Benedictine University to enlarge that mission. Building on the liberal arts heritage and traditions of both institutions, it will bring Benedictine programs and services and lead to a bachelor's degree offered on the SCI campus. Springfield College in Illinois, in permanent partnership with Benedictine University, is the first faith-based institution in the state's capital to offer associates in arts, baccalaureate and a master's degree. Founded in 1929 by Catholic Ursuline Sisters, Springfield College is the city's first institution of higher learning. The two institutions share a rich tradition of providing Catholic education (Ursuline and Benedictine) and a strong liberal arts core as the basis for all curriculum and areas of concentration. For more than 75 years men and women of all faith traditions have received a high-quality education in a highly personal and small-community environment. The general education curriculum is offered for the student who seeks a broad educational experience without specialization during the first two years of college and provides a solid intellectual foundation for more advanced or specialized study. The general education curriculum also satisfies graduation requirements for the student who finds it necessary to revise a previously planned program of specialization. The school is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Springfield College in Illinois?
The acceptance rate of Springfield College in Illinois is 71%, which is lower than the state average of 79%.

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