Highland Community College
Freeport, IL · Public · Certificate degrees · Rural
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About Highland Community College
Highland Community College is a small, public institution in Freeport, IL, in a rural setting. It enrolls about 931 students. 45% of students complete their degree on time. Ten years after enrolling, graduates earn a median of $37,928.
Open
Acceptance
$5,713
Net price
931
Enrollment
45%
Grad rate
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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
Acceptance rate
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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
$5,713
Average net price
$4,936
In-state tuition
$7,360
Out-of-state tuition
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Room & board
$725
Books & supplies
$13,161
Total cost of attendance
32%
Students receiving Pell grants
5%
Students with federal loans
$8,029
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
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After Graduation
$37,928
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$33,425
Median earnings (6 yrs)
45%
Graduation rate
70%
Retention rate
62%
Earn more than a HS grad
$10,460
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
931
Total enrollment
42%
Part-time
23
Avg. age at entry
48%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Highland Community College FAQ
Is Highland Community College a public or private school?
Highland Community College is a public institution located in Freeport, IL.
What is the acceptance rate at Highland Community College?
Highland Community College has an open-admissions policy, meaning most applicants who meet basic requirements are admitted.
How much does Highland Community College cost?
The average annual net price at Highland Community College is $5,713 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $4,936 in-state and $7,360 out-of-state.
What is the graduation rate at Highland Community College?
About 45% of students at Highland Community College complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Highland Community College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Highland Community College students earn a median of $37,928 per year.
How many students attend Highland Community College?
Highland Community College enrolls about 931 students.
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