C
Average
Score: 51/100

Blackburn College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Carlinville, Illinois 62626
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 52%
Outcomes
C+
63/100
Affordability
F
34/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
A
83/100
Prestige
F
24/100

Quick Stats

389
Total Enrollment
52%
Graduation Rate
58%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
80%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Blackburn College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $151,029
  • Avg rent near campus: $828/mo — vs ~$592/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 62009 (8.7% cap, Benld)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $26,758 $26,758
Room $5,330
Board $3,790
Total Cost (On-Campus) $39,078 $39,078

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
55%
Receive Pell Grants
62%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Early Childhood Education and Teaching 11 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 10 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 8 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 7 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 6 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 6 grads/yr Psychology, General 5 grads/yr Environmental Biology 5 grads/yr Social Science Teacher Education 3 grads/yr Creative Writing 3 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 3 grads/yr Digital Arts 2 grads/yr Computer Software and Media Applications, Other 2 grads/yr Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology, Other 2 grads/yr Mathematics Teacher Education 2 grads/yr English/Language Arts Teacher Education 2 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 1 grads/yr History, General 1 grads/yr Accounting 1 grads/yr Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Blackburn College's top programs commonly pursue.

Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr 74,900 jobs
Elementary school teachers, except special education
$62k/yr 1,422,700 jobs
Kindergarten teachers, except special education
$61k/yr 117,200 jobs
Preschool teachers, except special education
$37k/yr 555,100 jobs
Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr 104,300 jobs
Biological scientists, all other
$93k/yr 63,700 jobs
Life scientists, all other
$88k/yr 7,800 jobs
Biological science teachers, postsecondary
$83k/yr 66,000 jobs

Student Demographics

389
Total Students
58%
Women
80%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 64%
Hispanic 9%
Black 5%
Asian 1%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 80%
Hybrid (Some Online) 3%
Fully Online 17%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 80%
25-64 (Adult) 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Blackburn College?
Blackburn College has an acceptance rate of 80%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Blackburn College?
Tuition at Blackburn College is $26,758 for in-state students and $26,758 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Blackburn College?
The graduation rate at Blackburn College is 52%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Blackburn College a good school?
Blackburn College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Blackburn College?
Blackburn College has a total enrollment of 389 students. Most students (80%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology