Carl Sandburg College
Galesburg, IL · Public · Associate's degrees · Town
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About Carl Sandburg College
Carl Sandburg College is a public community college with its main campus in Galesburg, Illinois. The college serves the west-central Illinois region, has a branch campus in Carthage and an off-campus site in downtown Galesburg. The college was established in 1966 and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Along with providing associate degree education for students, Sandburg also has over 50 occupational programs and continuing education/adult learning.
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Open
Acceptance
$3,662
Net price
1,051
Enrollment
50%
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
Open admissions
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SAT average
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ACT midpoint
This school has an open-admissions policy — most applicants are admitted.
Cost & Financial Aid
$3,662
Average net price
$5,390
In-state tuition
$8,900
Out-of-state tuition
—
Room & board
$1,500
Books & supplies
$11,563
Total cost of attendance
42%
Students receiving Pell grants
14%
Students with federal loans
$4,909
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$35,274
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$31,149
Median earnings (6 yrs)
50%
Graduation rate
63%
Retention rate
60%
Earn more than a HS grad
$6,947
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
1,051
Total enrollment
40%
Part-time
23
Avg. age at entry
43%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Carl Sandburg College FAQ
Is Carl Sandburg College a public or private school?
Carl Sandburg College is a public institution located in Galesburg, IL.
What is the acceptance rate at Carl Sandburg College?
Carl Sandburg College has an open-admissions policy, meaning most applicants who meet basic requirements are admitted.
How much does Carl Sandburg College cost?
The average annual net price at Carl Sandburg College is $3,662 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $5,390 in-state and $8,900 out-of-state.
What is the graduation rate at Carl Sandburg College?
About 50% of students at Carl Sandburg College complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Carl Sandburg College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Carl Sandburg College students earn a median of $35,274 per year.
How many students attend Carl Sandburg College?
Carl Sandburg College enrolls about 1,051 students.
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