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Carl Sandburg College

Galesburg, IL

2400 Tom L. Wilson Boulevard, Galesburg, IL 61401

http://www.sandburg.edu

Carl Sandburg College is a two-year community college in Galesburg, IL. It has a noncompetitive admissions process, taking 100% of applicants. It has a very small sized student body with 927 full-time undergrads in attendance. Sandburg's most highly demanded major is an Associate's in Liberal Arts and Humanities, which makes up 42% of students. Alternative regularly selected focuses include Nursing, which accounts for 10% of students, and Welding (8%). If you are interested in getting a degree in cosmetology at a college in Illinois but don't have the best grades, Sandburg is an incredible choice for you, because its cosmetology program is ranked #2 in the state. Furthermore, Sandburg comes in 9th in IL on our best community colleges and best value 2-year colleges lists. At sticker price, tuition goes for $7,343 a year for those of you living in Illinois. Otherwise, tuition can be as much as $8,166. Before you decide not to apply due to the cost, you should know that 96% of Sandburg undergraduates receive at least some grant or scholarship funding. 42% of Carl Sandburg College undergraduates proudly walk on graduation day, geared up to begin the following phase of their lives: work. Two years after finishing their studies, alumni make an average annual income of $23,900. After four additional years in the labor force, the graduate's median annual wage grows 24.3% to $29,700; however, that is still 25.9% lower than the national median salary for individuals. Some of you may also want to know that Sandburg does not offer early decision. Further, Sandburg offers a study abroad program, and 33% of part-time students continue pursuing their studies the following year. Relating to expenses, be aware that the average tuition for people from households with an income of $49k to $75k a year is around $5,366. With respect to demographics, the student body is made up of 6% international students and the student body is 58% female. Respecting the student experience, Sandburg does not offer meal plans for its students. To wind things up, six years after receiving their diplomas, 82% of alums are gainfully employed and one quarter of graduates take home a starting salary of $14,300 or less.

Ratings

8.00

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Admissions

100%

Acceptance

SAT Score

-

ACT Score

-

Cost

Net Price:

$686/year

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Average Aid Awarded

$8,087/year

Students Recieving Financial Aid

95%

Academics


14:1

Student Faculty Ratio
Graduation Rate

43%

Evening Degree Programs

Yes

Student Faculty Ratio

14:1

Majors

Most Popular Majors

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Graduates by Major


Liberal Arts and Humanities

202

Nursing

46

Welding

41

Natural Sciences

31

Dental Hygiene

19

Licensed Practical Nurse Training (LPN)

14

Funeral Service and Mortuary Science

14

Radiologic Technician

12

Value

In State Tuition
$6,994/year
Out of State Tuition
$7,778/year