C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100

Illinois Valley Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Oglesby, Illinois 61348
Outcomes
C+
55/100
Affordability
B+
76/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
D
44/100
Prestige
F
27/100

Quick Stats

2,594
Total Enrollment
45%
Graduation Rate
67%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$7,493
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Illinois Valley Community College

22% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 568 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$169,952
Avg Monthly Rent
$864
1-Year Change
+7.3%
For parents & investors

The Illinois Valley Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $169,952
  • Avg rent near campus: $864/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 61301 (5.8% cap, La Salle)

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🏆 Where Illinois Valley Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#24
Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor
of 100 schools
#26
Child Care Provider/Assistant
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $13,543 $14,689

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
37%
Receive Pell Grants
3%
Take Out Loans
$7,493
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$1,688
$30,001 - $48,000$3,229
$48,001 - $75,000$6,455
$75,001 - $110,000$8,835
$110,001+$11,312

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 324 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 184 grads/yr Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 118 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 114 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 71 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 60 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 48 grads/yr Electrician 43 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 40 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 36 grads/yr Agronomy and Crop Science 23 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 22 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 18 grads/yr Dental Assisting/Assistant 17 grads/yr CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician 16 grads/yr General Studies 13 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 11 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 8 grads/yr Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations 8 grads/yr Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician 7 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Illinois Valley Community College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs
Career/technical education teachers, postsecondary
$61k/yr 122,200 jobs
Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers
$57k/yr 2,235,100 jobs
Bus drivers, transit and intercity
$57k/yr 158,800 jobs
Bus drivers, school
$47k/yr 387,300 jobs
Light truck drivers
$44k/yr 1,079,800 jobs
Shuttle drivers and chauffeurs
$37k/yr 243,900 jobs

Student Demographics

2,594
Total Students
58%
Women
55%
Traditional Age (18-24)
22%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 70%
Hispanic 19%
Black 2%
Asian 1%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 22%
With Family 78%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~568 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 62%
Hybrid (Some Online) 28%
Fully Online 11%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 55%
25-64 (Adult) 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Illinois Valley Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Illinois Valley Community College?
Tuition at Illinois Valley Community College is $13,543 for in-state students and $14,689 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $7,493.
What is the graduation rate at Illinois Valley Community College?
The graduation rate at Illinois Valley Community College is 45%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Illinois Valley Community College a good school?
Illinois Valley Community College has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Illinois Valley Community College?
Illinois Valley Community College has a total enrollment of 2,594 students.
Is there rental demand near Illinois Valley Community College?
Yes! Approximately 22% of students at Illinois Valley Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 568 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Oglesby area.

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