Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between selected colleges. By school type, all 6 selected colleges are public. By school level, all 6 schools are 2-4 year institutions.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elgin Community College | Elgin, IL | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Kishwaukee College | Malta, IL | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| McHenry County College | Crystal Lake, IL | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Prairie State College | Chicago Heights, IL | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Shawnee Community College | Ullin, IL | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| William Rainey Harper College | Palatine, IL | Public, 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of selected colleges is - for all undergraduate students. The following table compares key facts for each schools including acceptance rate, graduation rate, tuition, student to faculty ratio, and student population.
| Name | Tuition & Fees | Acceptance Rate | Graduation Rate | Student Faculty Ratio | Student Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elgin Community College | $7,140 / $9,516 | - | 37% | 18:1 | 8,910 |
| Kishwaukee College | $9,390 / $13,800 | - | 36% | 17:1 | 2,581 |
| McHenry County College | $10,529 / $14,885 | - | 34% | 26:1 | 8,874 |
| Prairie State College | $9,342 / $11,064 | - | 15% | 10:1 | 2,680 |
| Shawnee Community College | $7,200 / $7,500 | - | 50% | 14:1 | 1,174 |
| William Rainey Harper College | $9,990 / $11,802 | - | 43% | 18:1 | 12,434 |
| Average | - | - | 0.00% | 0.00:1 | 0 |