At a glance
Average net price
$18,460
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
57.5%
Admission rate
63%
Undergrad size
471
In-state tuition
$28,149
Out-of-state tuition
$28,149
Cost of attendance
$37,916
Median earnings (10y)
$46,802
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- 20
- Retention
- 67.2%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
13 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (40%), stem (22%), trades & services (16%).
- STEM22%
- Health1%
- Business9%
- Humanities & arts13%
- Social sciences40%
- Trades & services16%
- Education34.1%~161 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Biological sciences19.3%~91 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~43 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Business9.1%~43 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~32 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Psychology5.7%~27 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English4.5%~21 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~21 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science2.3%~11 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- History1.1%~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication1.1%~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
10 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 24 | $26,105 | $26,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | $25,751 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 12 | $25,093 | $24,015 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Visual and Performing Arts, General. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Blackburn College
Blackburn College is a small institution located in Carlinville, Illinois, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 471 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Education, Biological sciences, Homeland security & law enforcement.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Blackburn College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $18,460 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $28,149 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $37,916 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 57.5%, a above-average completion outcome. 67.2% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $46,802 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Blackburn College confers degrees and certificates across 13 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Education, Biological sciences, Homeland security & law enforcement. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (40% of credentials), stem (22% of credentials), trades & services (16% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Blackburn College accepts 63% of applicants, making it moderately selective. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 20.
Location & campus
Set in Carlinville, Illinois (town), Blackburn College draws students from across Illinois and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Blackburn College
Q.How much does Blackburn College cost?
The average net price at Blackburn College is $18,460 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $37,916.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Blackburn College?
Blackburn College has a 6-year graduation rate of 57.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Blackburn College?
Blackburn College admits 63% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Blackburn College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Blackburn College graduate earns $46,802 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Blackburn College?
Published tuition is $28,149 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Blackburn College located?
Blackburn College is located in Carlinville, Illinois (ZIP 62626).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Blackburn College at their official website.