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Prairie State College
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Prairie State College Academics
Located in suburban Chicago, Prairie State College is a two-year institution that offers associate’s degrees and professional certificates in more than 100 different areas of study. Degrees offered include Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science, Associate in Fine Arts, Associate of Arts in Teaching, and Associate in General Studies. Popular courses of study include business and organizational management, performing arts, health services, human services, and information technology. Prairie State College is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
The school also offers an array of professional and technical training and non-degree courses. In addition, Prairie State College has led the state in developing initiatives to facilitate transfers to four-year colleges and other institutions.
Prairie State College Admissions
The admissions process at Prairie State College is open and designed to foster the matriculation of all prospective applicants. After completing the school’s standard application form, applicants will be asked to undergo a round of placement tests designed to assess current skill letters and to guide placement in the correct classes. As part of the admissions process, students must furnish proof of high school graduation or completion of a GED equivalency exam.
Prairie State College Financial Aid
As part of its mission to extend college-level opportunities to as many students as possible, Prairie State College offers applicants a full state of financial aid opportunities designed to offset tuition, fees, and other costs of attendance. In order to be eligible for financial aid, students must furnish proof of high school graduation or GED equivalency. Proof of citizenship or legal residence in the United States is also a key financial aid requirement.
At Prairie State College, the financial aid process begins with completion of the standard FAFSA form, as well as all applicable supporting documentation. Although the school uses rolling deadlines, representatives suggest submitting materials as early as possible to receive full consideration.
Common sources of financial aid at Prairie State College include the federal Pell Grant, the federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, the Illinois Monetary Award Program, the Illinois Incentive for Access, grants for Dependents of Police/Fire/Correction Officers, the Arthur F. Quern Information Technology (IT) Grant Program, grants for Illinois Veterans and National Guard Members, the Bonus Incentive Grant Program, work-study jobs, Stafford loans, and unsubsidized student loans.
Prairie State College Students
The student body at Prairie State College is diverse, drawn from a broad swath of surrounding communities and other states and countries. A large majority of students attend Prairie State College full-time, and nearly 40% choose non-traditional programs such as weekend or night classes. The average student age of 29 reflects the fact that the student body includes both recent high school graduates, as well as returning adults and other non-traditional students.
In addition to student athletics and on-campus events, common student activities include the Art Club, cultural groups, chess and debate club, pre-professional organizations, honor societies, and service organizations.
Prairie State College Athletics
The Prairie State College Pioneers participate in the Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference within Region IV of the National Junior College Athletic Association. The school fields teams in men’s soccer, cross country, golf, basketball, and tennis, and women’s volleyball, cross country, tennis, golf, basketball, and softball.
Information Summary
Ranks 2892nd overall and 105th in Illinois
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
39.0 |
|---|---|
| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$3,428 |
| Admission
Success rate |
N/A |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
23 : 1 |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
52% / 33% |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
5,294 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Chicago Heights, IL 60411-8226
| Surrounding community | Large suburb (inside urban area but outside city, pop. over 250,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 60,461 (60,215 urban / 246 rural) |
| Households | 20,232 (2.95 people per house) |
| Families | 14,901 (3.46 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 23,543 |
| Pop. — Asian | 486 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 51 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 551 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 31,352 |
| Pop. — Other | 6,197 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Associate's — Public Suburban-serving Single Campus
| Undergraduate | Associates |
|---|---|
| Graduate | N/A |
| Undergraduate Population | Higher part-time two-year |
| Enrollment | Exclusively undergraduate two-year |
| Size & Setting | Medium two-year |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | At least 2, but less than 4 academic yrs |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Semester |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning | |
|---|---|
| ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force |  —
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| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification | |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending Prairie State College?
Ranks 3091st for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $1,872 | $5,640 | $7,752 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $236 | $236 | $236 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $87 | $244 | $332 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $3,428 | $7,196 | $9,308 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $10,460 | $14,228 | $16,340 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $5,500 | $9,268 | $11,380 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $1,780  $2,108 |
$5,280  $5,876 |
$7,200  $7,988 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,100  $1,320 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | N/A  N/A |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | N/A  N/A |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | $4,500  $4,500 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $2,532  $2,532 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $2,072  $2,072 |
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Admission Criteria
What criteria does Prairie State College use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record | N/A / N/A / N/A |
| College Prep. Completion | N/A |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | N/A |
| TOEFL | N/A |
| Other tests | N/A |
= Required, 
= Recommended, 
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does Prairie State College accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Athletics - Association Memberships
| Sports / Athletic Conference Memberships | NJCAA |
|---|
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | N/A |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | N/A |
| Board Fee | N/A |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
Prairie State College Ranks 3765th for the average student loan amount.
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $2,791 | 240 |  52% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $1,564 | 193 |  42% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | $1,354 | 42 |  9% |
| Student Loan Aid | $3,084 | 26 |  6% |
| Any financial aid type | 264 |  57% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at Prairie State College?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 3 | 2 | 5 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 918 | 1,710 | 2,628 |
Hispanic | 277 | 317 | 594 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 38 | 41 | 79 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 11 | 17 | 28 |
White Non-Hispanic | 752 | 1,057 | 1,809 |
Race Unknown | 68 | 83 | 151 |
| Total | 2,067 | 3,227 | 5,294 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at Prairie State College.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | 242 | 266 | |
| 58 | 117 | 175 | |
| 35 | 44 | 79 | |
| 39 | 18 | 57 | |
| 4 | 43 | 47 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
Prairie State College Ranks 1082nd for the average full-time faculty salary.
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | $59,756 ($62,912 male / $57,187 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 78 (35 male / 43 female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 300 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | 0.3 : 1 |
| Total Benefits | $1,005,599 |
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over 2 years ago
savhana starr bunanuz101 ((at)) yahoo dot com
What do i have to get on my ACT in order to be accepted into Prairie State College?