Carl Sandburg College

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Galesburg, IL
(309) 344-2518
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What Are the Key Stats for Carl Sandburg College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$7,910

Total Enrollment

1,603

Graduation Rate

50%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

567

Last reported year

How Carl Sandburg College Compares

1,603 students places Carl Sandburg College squarely in the typical trade-college range. $7,910 tuition and $2,754 net price after aid Graduation runs at 50% and retention at 67%. Use these as a baseline against peer institutions — the school sits in normal trade-college territory across most dimensions.

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Carl Sandburg College

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Enrollment

Carl Sandburg College enrolls 1,603 students. The student body is 66.6% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 67% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Carl Sandburg College maintains a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing strong opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a good 67% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. The college accommodates diverse student needs with flexible enrollment options for part-time and working students.

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Faculty & Staff

Carl Sandburg College employs 41 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides strong opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 70.7% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Carl Sandburg College offers programs in 10 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, and General Studies. In 2024, the college awarded 567 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Carl Sandburg College is $7,910 for in-state students and $8,810 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $2,754 (average savings of $5,156). Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Carl Sandburg College achieves a 49.1% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 52.6% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 2 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level AT LEAST 2 BUT LESS THAN 4 YEARS
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
2400 Tom L. Wilson Boulevard
Galesburg, IL, 61401
Administrator
Seamus Reilly
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $7,910
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $8,810
Average Net Price $2,754

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00726500
EIN: 370896983
IPEDS ID: 143613
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