Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
80.14%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Blackburn College Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 80.14%. This means approximately 801 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 341 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
80.14%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $26,758 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $26,758 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $36,962 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $21,814 | State avg: $15,478. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 54.40% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 50.52% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Blackburn College Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$26,758
Room and board
$9,120
Books and supplies
$500
Other expenses
$2,700
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$36,962
Average net price
$21,814
Average aid coverage
41%
$15,148 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Blackburn College pays approximately $21,814 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Illinois average of $15,478 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Blackburn College?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Illinois and national averages.
Blackburn College net price
$21,814
Illinois average
$15,478
National average
$17,506
Blackburn College Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $26,758 and average net price at $21,814. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$26,758
Current net price
$21,814
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
52.41%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$46,802
Undergraduates
341
10-Year Median Earnings - Blackburn College vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Blackburn College graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Blackburn College?
Undergraduates
341
Completion rate
52.41%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
54.40%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
50.52%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 54.40% of Blackburn College students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 50.52% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Blackburn College
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Blackburn College's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Blackburn College lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Blackburn College is listed at 700 College Ave, Carlinville, IL 62626. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Blackburn College with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackburn College | 80.14% | $26,758 | $21,814 | $46,802 |
| University of Notre Dame - | Not available | Not available | Not available | $99,980 |
| Chamberlain University-Illinois | 88.57% | $20,604 | $26,933 | $92,405 |
| University of Chicago | 4.79% | $66,939 | $18,967 | $91,885 |
| Northwestern University | 7.15% | $65,997 | $27,143 | $89,363 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackburn College's acceptance rate?
Blackburn College's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 80.14%.
How much is Blackburn College tuition?
Blackburn College's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $26,758.
What is Blackburn College's average net price?
Blackburn College's average net price in the local dataset is $21,814.
What does Blackburn College cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $19,146 for Blackburn College students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Blackburn College's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $46,802 for Blackburn College.
Is Blackburn College accredited?
Blackburn College's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Blackburn College?
The local dataset lists 341 undergraduate students at Blackburn College.
What percentage of Blackburn College students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Blackburn College in the local dataset is 54.40%.
What is the federal loan rate at Blackburn College?
The federal loan rate for Blackburn College in the local dataset is 50.52%.
Where should I verify Blackburn College data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Blackburn College or the latest official federal education data.