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Waubonsee Community College

Public Sugar Grove, IL · Rural · Great Lakes · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
40%
Graduation Rate
$44,788
Earnings (10yr)
$11,442
Net Price
5,721
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Overview

Waubonsee Community College serves over 5,700 students, making it a solid choice for those seeking an accessible education in Illinois. With a focus on practical skills, the college offers programs in high-demand fields like Health Professions and Mechanic & Repair Tech.

According to data from Opportunity Insights, students at Waubonsee have a median earnings of $44,788 ten years after graduation. While the graduation rate sits at 40%, those who complete their programs often find stable employment, particularly in the college's strong vocational areas.

The net price for attendance is approximately $11,442, and the median debt for graduates is a manageable $7,000. This financial structure makes Waubonsee an attractive option for students looking to minimize debt while entering the workforce. The college supports a diverse student body, including those drawn to technical and professional training.

Rankings

How Waubonsee Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation40%Earnings 10yr$45KNet Price$11KRetention70%Median Debt$7KPell Grant Rate21%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$7K$0-30K$9K$30-48K$12K$48-75K$18K$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%627.0%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1362.8%MOBILITY85.45%

Cost & Financial Aid

$3,504
In-State Tuition
$10,477
Out-of-State
$11,442
Avg Net Price
$7,000
Median Debt
21%
Pell Grant Rate
6%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$7,360
Family Income $0–$30K
$8,641
Family Income $30K–$48K
$11,806
Family Income $48K–$75K
$18,171
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$39,016
6 Years After Entry
$41,993
8 Years
$44,788
10 Years
0.16x
Debt-to-Earnings
56%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$39,016 6yr $41,993 8yr $44,788 10yr

Social Mobility

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

85.45%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1362.8%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
627.0%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$88,600
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.33
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.05
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.6%
Volunteering Rate
0.98
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 70%
Full-Time Faculty 20%
Faculty Salary (mo) $12,797
Diversity Index 0.63
First-Gen Students 49%

Top Programs

Humanities 29%
Health Professions 25%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 13%
Criminal Justice 4%
Business & Marketing 4%
Precision Production 2%
Computer Science & IT 1%
Legal Studies 1%