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Sauk Valley Community College

Dixon, Illinois Β· Rural: FringeOfficial Website β†—

#1499
Nationally
#72
In Illinois
$10,800
In-State Tuition
per year
1,433
Undergrad Enrollment
1,000–4,999
Overall Score & Rankings
52/100
Good
#1499 nationally
#72 in Illinois
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability50
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth59

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Sauk Valley Community College is a public two-year community college located in Dixon, Illinois. The college enrolls approximately 1,433 undergraduate students. In-state tuition is $10,800 per year ($12,060 out-of-state), significantly above average for public institutions.

Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$10,800/yr
In-State Fees$780/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$12,060/yr
Room & Board$1,460/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$13,040/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$14,300/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$10,800↓ Below avg
National avg: $3,860
Student Body
1,433
Total Undergrads
61% F / 39% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 73%
Hispanic 17%
Black 4%
Asian 1%
Two or more 3%
International 0%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $1,460/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (1,433 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Tuition ($10,800/yr) is above average β€” factor in aid eligibility
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPublic
LocationDixon, Illinois
SettingRural: Fringe
Size1,000–4,999
State Ranking
#72
in Illinois out of 7+ colleges
#1499
nationally
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.