Waubonsee Community College

Comprehensive information about programs, admissions, costs, and enrollment

Also known as: Waubonsee

Sugar Grove, IL
(630) 466-7900
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โœ“ GI Bill approved ยท 150 GI Bill students

What Are the Key Stats for Waubonsee Community College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$9,384

Total Enrollment

8,305

Graduation Rate

38.9%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

1,758

Last reported year

How Waubonsee Community College Compares

Waubonsee Community College's 8,305-student enrollment is well above the trade-college median. $9,384 in-state tuition and a 39% graduation rate give a solid first read on cost and outcomes; pair them with program-specific data when you've narrowed down your trade.

Where is Waubonsee Community College?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Waubonsee Community College

470 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 24.0101
273 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 30.0101
167 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 51.3902
116 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 51.0810
86 graduates โ€ข Class of 2025 โ€ข CIP 47.0604

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Waubonsee Community College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("โ€”") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric โ€” they never mean zero.

In the Management Certificate program at Waubonsee Community College, 72% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $9,152 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Management Certificateโ€”72%70%$9,152
Nursing (AAS)5%90%90%$15,921
Automotive Brake and Suspension Certificateโ€”88%88%$8,556
CPA Preparation Post-Baccalaureate Certificateโ€”83%74%$9,517
Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (AAS)โ€”84%88%$10,104

All 19 verified program outcomes for Waubonsee Community College โ†’

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Explore Waubonsee Community College

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Enrollment

Waubonsee Community College enrolls 8,305 students. The student body is 55.1% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 70% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Waubonsee Community College maintains a 21:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing strong opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a strong 70% 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

Waubonsee Community College employs 87 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 21:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides strong opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 88.5% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Waubonsee Community College offers programs in 16 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Biological and Physical Sciences, and Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide. In 2025, the college awarded 1,758 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Waubonsee Community College is $9,384 for in-state students and $10,464 for out-of-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $12,754. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Waubonsee Community College achieves a 28.8% 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 29% 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
Rte 47 at Waubonsee Drive
Sugar Grove, IL, 60554-9454
Administrator
Brian Knetl
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $9,384
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $10,464
Average Net Price $12,754

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00693100
EIN: 366153030
IPEDS ID: 149727
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