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Southwestern Illinois College

Public Belleville, IL · Suburban · Great Lakes · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
37%
Graduation Rate
$36,884
Earnings (10yr)
$10,427
Net Price
5,675
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Overview

Southwestern Illinois College serves 5,675 students, with a graduation rate of 37%. This number reflects the challenges many community college students face but also highlights the potential for growth and learning in a supportive environment.

According to Opportunity Insights data, outcomes for students from Southwestern Illinois College vary widely. While specific mobility rates are not available, the focus on practical programs like health professions and computer science positions students for career advancement. Many students who complete their programs can achieve financial stability and upward mobility, particularly those who take advantage of internships and local job opportunities.

The net price for attending Southwestern Illinois College is $10,427, making it an accessible option for many. Graduates report average earnings of $36,884 within ten years, alongside a median debt of $6,908. Students who thrive here often come from diverse backgrounds and appreciate the college's emphasis on practical skills and career readiness.

Rankings

How Southwestern Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation37%Earnings 10yr$37KNet Price$10KRetention68%Median Debt$7KPell Grant Rate25%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$9K$0-30K$9K$30-48K$11K$48-75K$16K$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%1196.7%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%861.7%MOBILITY103.12%

Cost & Financial Aid

$3,960
In-State Tuition
$6,720
Out-of-State
$10,427
Avg Net Price
$6,908
Median Debt
25%
Pell Grant Rate
10%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$9,136
Family Income $0–$30K
$8,769
Family Income $30K–$48K
$11,473
Family Income $48K–$75K
$15,587
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$30,872
6 Years After Entry
$33,670
8 Years
$36,884
10 Years
0.19x
Debt-to-Earnings
40%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$30,872 6yr $33,670 8yr $36,884 10yr

Social Mobility

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

103.12%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
861.7%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1196.7%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$73,100
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.89
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.11
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
6.6%
Volunteering Rate
0.98
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 68%
Full-Time Faculty 34%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,520
Diversity Index 0.60
First-Gen Students 43%

Top Programs

Humanities 25%
Health Professions 23%
Criminal Justice 16%
Precision Production 8%
Computer Science & IT 5%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 5%
Construction Trades 4%
Business & Marketing 2%

Quick Facts

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

Student Body

Female
56%
White
58%
Hispanic
7%
Black
24%
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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