# Southwestern Illinois College

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## Overview

- **Location:** Belleville, IL
- **Type:** Public
- **Setting:** Suburban
- **Region:** Great Lakes
- **Enrollment:** 5,675
- **Predominant Degree:** Certificate

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.

## Admissions

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Acceptance Rate | N/A |
| SAT Average | N/A |
| ACT Midpoint | N/A |

## Cost & Aid

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

### Net Price by Family Income

| Family Income | Net Price |
|--------------|----------|
| $0-$30K | $9,136 |
| $30K-$48K | $8,769 |
| $48K-$75K | $11,473 |
| $75K-$110K | N/A |
| $110K+ | $15,587 |

## Outcomes

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Graduation Rate | 37% |
| Retention Rate | 68% |
| Earnings (6yr) | $30,872 |
| Earnings (8yr) | $33,670 |
| Earnings (10yr) | $36,884 |
| Debt-to-Earnings | 0.19x |
| Loan Repayment (3yr) | N/A |

## Social Mobility (Opportunity Insights)

Data source: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card (30M+ anonymized tax records)

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Mobility Rate (Q1→Q5) | 103.12% |
| Success Rate (bottom 20% → top 20%) | 861.7% |
| Students from Bottom 20% | 1196.7% |
| Parent Median Income | $73,100 |

## Social Capital (Social Capital Atlas)

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Economic Connectedness | 0.89 |
| Friending Bias | 0.11 |
| Volunteering Rate | 6.6% |
| Support Ratio | 0.98 |

## Top Programs

| Program | Enrollment Share |
|---------|------------------|
| 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% |

## Rankings

This school appears in 1 CollegeRanker rankings:

- #43 in [Most Affordable Colleges in Illinois](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/most-affordable-colleges-illinois)

## Data Sources

- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov)
- Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card (https://opportunityinsights.org/data)
- Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas
- NCES IPEDS

## Citation

CollegeRanker. "Southwestern Illinois College — School Profile." CollegeRanker.com. https://www.collegeranker.com/colleges/southwestern-illinois-college