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Public2-year

Prairie State College

Chicago Heights, Illinois · Suburb: LargeOfficial Website ↗

#1204
Nationally
#59
In Illinois
$8,610
In-State Tuition
per year
3,045
Undergrad Enrollment
1,000–4,999
Overall Score & Rankings
53/100
Good
#1204 nationally
#59 in Illinois
🎓Graduation Outcomes50
💰Affordability50
📚Academic Environment50
🔬Program Breadth66

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology →

Prairie State College is a public two-year community college located in Chicago Heights, Illinois. The college enrolls approximately 3,045 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $8,610 per year ($10,332 out-of-state), above average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$8,610/yr
In-State Fees$732/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$10,332/yr
Room & Board$2,500/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$11,842/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$13,564/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$8,610↓ Below avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
3,045
Total Undergrads
60% F / 40% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 13%
Hispanic 25%
Black 50%
Asian 1%
Two or more 4%
International 2%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • ✓Reasonable room and board costs at $2,500/yr
Consider
  • ·Data on some metrics is not yet available — contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, and working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationChicago Heights, Illinois
SettingSuburb: Large
Size1,000–4,999
State Ranking
#59
in Illinois out of 7+ colleges
#1204
nationally
Other Colleges in Illinois
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Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.