Liberal Arts Degree

The liberal arts program at Shawnee Community College prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other Illinois colleges that offer liberal arts degrees.

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Shawnee Community College

173 Illinois Rt 2, Dixon, IL

About
Shawnee Community College, located in Ullin, Illinois, was founded 1967 to provide residents of the area with postsecondary educational opportunities. The school is one of 48 community colleges located within and operated by the state.

SCC is an accredited two-year institution, allowing resident of the area to receive a quality education through the programs offered by the school.  Shawnee CC continually reviews its facilities, programs, and services to ensure that they meet the current standards for modern students.

Academics
Shawnee Community College provides students with an educational and career training opportunities, allowing them to choose the track that best suits their personal goals. Academic transfer programs fulfill the first two years of a four year education, followed by continued education at a four year college or university to complete a bachelor's degree.

Career training programs provide training and skill development in a given field, allowing students to become professionals in the workforce after completion of the program, which take between one and two years to complete and result in a certificate or diploma.

Programs offered include:

• General Studies
• Nursing
• Medical Office Assistant
• Accounting
• Cosmetology

Admissions and Financial Aid
Shawnee Community College is an open enrollment institution allowing any student interested in attending to complete an application for admission in order to enroll. Students must provide documentation for previous education, take a placement exam, and are encouraged to meet with a counselor to discuss curriculum and program choice.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which will be used by the school to determine a student's financial need and aid program eligibility. Aid must be reapplied for prior to the start of each semester.

Students Enrolled in the Liberal Arts Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Shawnee Community College offers an associate's degree program in liberal arts.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Description

All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).