Parkland College

FINANCIAL AID RATE

70%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

17:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$4,388

School Reviews

Overall Rating: 3 / 5 Stars

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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One University Avenue, Bourbonnais, IL

In the northwest corner of Champaign, Illinois, you will find Parkland College, a two-year community college with an approximate enrollment of 18,000 students. Its stated mission is “to engage the community in learning,” a watchword that is more than just talk. The school’s Center for Academic Success (CAS) was conceived specifically to foster student success, offering instruction in study skills, math, pre-college level studies, writing, and more.

Parkland’s cultural center doubles as a theater for performing arts and planetarium, providing students and community with cultural enrichment. The school also boasts a FM radio station, student-run newspaper, and a cable channel that airs classical and educational programs. Over 40 extracurricular clubs and activities offer students diversion from their studies. There’s something for everyone, whether their interests lie in academic, cultural, or social pursuits.

Tuition rates are an attractive feature of a Parkland education. In-state tuition costs are thousands of dollars below the average college/university tuition rates. Parkland College admits students on an open admissions basis; as long as enrollment caps have not been met, graduates of accredited high schools, individuals with a GED, and those 18 and over who could benefit from a post-secondary education will be accepted.

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give an overview of the candidates Parkland College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

Dual Credits
Life Experience Credits
AP Course Credits

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $8,000. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $4,500-$5,300
- Out-of-State: $15,000-$18,310
Charges for part-time students are:
- State Residents: $150-$180 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $510-$610 per credit unit

Financial Aid Details

The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.

	Percent of Students	Average Amount
Any Financial Aid	70%	-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships	52%	$4,952
Receiving Student Loans	53%	$3,815

Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Parkland College may offer services to students like those listed below:

Distance learning
Remedial courses
Counseling assistance
Employing students to lower education costs
Assisting students to find work
Day care

Specialized Programs & Accreditations

Dental Hygienist Program
Dietetic Technician Program
Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Program
Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) Program
Radiology Technician Program

Programs Offered

The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

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Get more information about the programs offered by Parkland College by clicking the request information to the right.

(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)