Colleges in Illinois

Illinois is a Midwestern state with largely hot, humid summers and cold winters. While Chicago may be the most widely-known city, considered a microcosm of the US, the state capital is actually Springfield, a city in the Southern part of the a state. Colleges in Illinois include 2-year, 4-year, and technical institutions, among non- and for-profit options. The largest institution in the state is the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, while the highest-ranking is the University of Chicago. Illinois is a hotbed for business. Home to the CME Group and the Chicago Board Options Exchange, financial and business services are top industries in the Land of Lincoln. Advanced manufacturing (primarily of machinery), education, and agriculture all play significant roles in the Prairie State’s economy. The Magnificent Mile, Starved Rock State Park, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the Dana-Thomas House built by Frank Lloyd Wright are just a few attractions Illinois offers.

Joliet, IL

Joliet Junior College is a 2-year community college based in Joliet, Illinois. It is a public college that offers professional certifications and associate degrees in a wide range of subjects. The most popular majors are automotive mechanics. nursing...

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This is a GREAT place to get started if you are planning to go on to a four year college or university. It's a wonderful learning environment!
Also, JJC has well respected Associate of Applied Science programs that allow you to streamline into a...

” – Mary from Joliet, IL

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type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$4,693

average net price

11,551

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Trinity Christian College

Palos Heights, IL

Trinity Christian College is a private liberal arts institution located in the wooded suburb of Palos Heights, IL, offering degrees in three areas, Arts & Humanities, Natural & Applied Sciences, and Social Sciences. All programs require an internship...

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The professors at Trinity are rather wonderful. You can learn a lot from them in and out of the classroom. I have learned a lot of other cultures from international students and by talking to students from across the nation.

” – Christine from Wheaton, IL

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1113

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$23,177

average net price

985

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University of St Francis

Joliet, IL

Established by the Congregation of the Third Order of St. Francis of Mary Immaculate, the University of St. Francis is a Franciscan Catholic liberal arts college in the Chicagoland area. St. Francis is home to colleges of Arts & Sciences, Business...

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It has a diverse population of students and faculty. The environment is very welcoming and hospitality orientated. Also, the college offers many programs and clubs to get you involved around campus.

” – Tyon from Chicago, IL

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1140

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68%

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$16,761

average net price

3,426

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Elgin Community College

Elgin, IL

Elgin Community College is a public, 2-year institution established in Illinois, with satellite locations in Hanover Park, Burlington, and Streamwood. ECC offers 138 degree and certificate programs, including over 25 different fields of study for...

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ECC has such a great variety of classes, there's pretty much something for everyone. In my experience, the teachers are easily contacted, and very knowledgeable about their subjects.

” – Alaina from Elgin, IL

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type of institution

2 Year

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Small city

campus setting

$4,185

average net price

8,050

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Oakton Community College

Des Plaines, IL

Oakton Community College is a two-year college with two locations near Chicago’s North Shore, in Des Plaines and Skokie, Illinois. Offering 80 associate’s degrees and certificates, Oakton Community College offers facilities in the arts, health care...

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The professors are great and i do enjoy my time here! They have learning center where students can go and study with tutors.

” – Khandkar from Niles, IL

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100%

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type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$6,559

average net price

7,433

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Judson University

Elgin, IL

Judson University is a private, Christ-centered institution established in Elgin and Rockford, Illinois. Undergraduate students are required to earn at least 25 chapel credits each semester, and contribute to their GPA on a pass/fail basis. Judson...

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a very social college, very close to Chicago, lots to do near campus, love the people there

” – Benjamin from Elgin, IL

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1036

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62%

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Small city

campus setting

$18,737

average net price

1,173

number of students

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Moody Bible Institute

Chicago, IL

The Moody Bible Institute is a school of higher education that was founded in 1886. Moody Bible focuses on Christian education including, but not limited to, biblical studies, divinity, and theology. Moody Bible has various spiritual enrichment...

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Moody is renowned for its ability to teach the future generation solid, biblically based teaching and my experience so far has been just that. I came to MBI (the Spokane campus) with quite minimal knowledge of the Bible. In fact, I don't think I've...

” – Ryan from Gilberts, IL

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1080

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98%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$16,646

average net price

2,606

number of students

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McKendree University

Lebanon, IL

McKendree University is a private, liberal arts institution established in Lebanon, Illinois. The campus is situated on wooded land spanning 235 acres and features a number of state-of-the-art facilities, including the Marion K. Piper Academic Center...

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You will use your brain at the school. But dont worry if you get stuck every teacher is there to help you. Some teachers even give ther home number so you dont have to worry about missing them during office hours

” – Alexondria from Chicago, IL

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1106

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78%

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Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$19,844

average net price

1,958

number of students

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National Louis University

Chicago, IL

National Louis University is based in Chicago, IL, with a satellite location in Tampa, Florida. NLU offers more than 70 majors and programs, tailored to student needs—with day-time, evening, weekend, campus-based, community-based, and online...

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I have learned a alot since I have been attending NLU the professors are very nice and eager to help you with any questions you may have. My experience so far has been great the classroom setting is comfortable which helps make learning easier. The...

” – Joyce from Chicago, IL

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97%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Major city

campus setting

$14,769

average net price

7,315

number of students

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Eureka College

Eureka, IL

Founded in 1855 by a group of abolitionists, Eureka College is a 4-year liberal arts and sciences institution in central Illinois, as well as the first college in the state to admit both genders. Eureka grants bachelor’s degrees in 36 academic majors...

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The teachers are fantastic and really committed to educating their students. You will never have a class of more than about 25 people (and that's for a gen-ed requirement) and you will never be taught by a TA.

” – Jillian from Peoria, IL

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1044

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87%

acceptance rate

Private

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$22,153

average net price

476

number of students

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Waubonsee Community College

Sugar Grove, IL

Waubonsee Community College is a public, 2-year institution with a main location near Chicago, Illinois, in Sugar Grove. Waubonsee has three satellite locations, as well, two in Aurora and one in Plano. The community college offers two types of...

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Best choice before transferring to a 4 year school. Their dual placement program with 4 year institutions is awesome! You will save alot of money by going this route. Instead of paying $1000-$2000 a class you'll pay about $300. (not including books)

” – Sandy from Aurora, IL

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Public

type of institution

2 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$5,130

average net price

7,779

number of students

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Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville

Edwardsville, IL

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is a nationally recognized university in southwest Illinois that helps prepare students for successful careers and lives of purpose. SIUE offers more than 350 areas of study, and 90% of alumni surveyed report...

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Classes here at SIUe are challenging. However SIUe is a great place to learn outside of the classroom. Your instructors and professors make it a priority to teach you what you need to know and help get real-life, hands-on experience.

” – Katie from Chicago, IL

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1121

average sat composite

98%

acceptance rate

Public

type of institution

4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

campus setting

$14,506

average net price

13,010

number of students

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