Illinois College's published cost of attendance is $48,955. Net price by income band shows meaningful variation: low-income families pay approximately $12,487, middle-income families pay around $12,569, and higher-income families pay approximately $25,788.
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Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
| Cost Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Cost of Attendance (Sticker Price) | $48,955 |
| Tuition and Fees | $38,676 |
| Room and Board | $12,026 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$30,657 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $18,298 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $12,487 |
| $30–48k | $10,910 |
| $48–75k | $12,569 |
| $75–110k | $16,826 |
| $110k+ | $25,788 |
Illinois College's published cost of attendance is $48,955. Net price by income band shows meaningful variation: low-income families pay approximately $12,487, middle-income families pay around $12,569, and higher-income families pay approximately $25,788. Azimuth ranks Illinois College #672 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. The affordability rank reflects both the headline sticker price and the debt load graduates carry: net price and sticker price can differ substantially, and understanding that gap matters when evaluating long-term financial outcomes. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $25,565, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $22,975; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures. See the Parent PLUS risk framework for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. Illinois College participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. For the typical graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $50,691, median federal debt of $25,565 projects to a monthly payment of about $289 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
How much students borrow and whether debt is manageable given outcomes.
Debt is moderate relative to earnings. Manageable for most graduates, but higher-debt borrowers should plan carefully.
How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Illinois College earn median 4-year earnings of $50,691, placing Illinois College in the 10.8 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $7,895 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Illinois College in the 26.4 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Illinois College #1250 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern centers on business and professional fields. Business Administration is the largest program with 52 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $57,739, performing at 0.8x the national benchmark for the field. The Biology, General program graduates 29 students with median 4-year earnings of $51,626, while Psychology, General and Accounting round out the largest cohorts. The concentration in Business — which represents a significant share of degrees — aligns with the institution's career outcomes and employer recruitment patterns in the region.
