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Illinois Valley Community College

Public Oglesby, IL · Town · Great Lakes · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
43%
Graduation Rate
$40,810
Earnings (10yr)
$2,232
Net Price
2,040
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Overview

Illinois Valley Community College has a net price of just $2,232, making it one of the most affordable higher education options in the region. This low cost allows students to focus on their studies without the heavy burden of debt.

Graduates from Illinois Valley Community College earn a median salary of $40,810 ten years after enrollment. While the graduation rate sits at 43%, the college serves a diverse student body, including many who may face economic challenges. The college enrolls a significant number of Pell Grant recipients, indicating its commitment to supporting low-income students in pursuing higher education.

Students who thrive here often seek practical, career-focused programs in fields like health professions, transportation, and construction trades. With median debt at only $8,233, graduates leave with manageable financial obligations. This community college is a solid choice for those looking to enter the workforce quickly and affordably.

Rankings

How Illinois Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation43%Earnings 10yr$41KNet Price$2KRetention71%Median Debt$8KPell Grant Rate26%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$0K$0-30K$1K$30-48K$4K$48-75K$8K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%990.0%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%935.8%MOBILITY92.64%

Cost & Financial Aid

$4,200
In-State Tuition
$16,385
Out-of-State
$2,232
Avg Net Price
$8,233
Median Debt
26%
Pell Grant Rate
3%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$191
Family Income $0–$30K
$866
Family Income $30K–$48K
$4,431
Family Income $48K–$75K
$7,864
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$34,932
6 Years After Entry
$36,957
8 Years
$40,810
10 Years
0.2x
Debt-to-Earnings
50%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$34,932 6yr $36,957 8yr $40,810 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

92.64%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
935.8%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
990.0%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$73,800
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.18
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
8.0%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 71%
Full-Time Faculty 40%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,982
Diversity Index 0.47
First-Gen Students 51%

Top Programs

Humanities 27%
Health Professions 26%
Transportation 10%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 5%
Construction Trades 3%
Precision Production 3%
Computer Science & IT 2%
Business & Marketing 1%

Quick Facts

Setting Town
Region Great Lakes
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Certificate

Student Body

Female
60%
White
70%
Hispanic
19%
Black
3%
Asian
1%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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