Illinois College | United States

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About Illinois College

Established in 1829, Illinois College is a small and private liberal arts college. It is located in Jacksonville, Illinois and affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. Illinois College’s first president, Edward Beecher, was an opponent of slavery.

By having a long tradition of academic excellence, Illinois College offers exceptional education at an affordable cost on a safe and beautiful campus. It believes in the development of character and personality as well as intellectual training.

Illinois College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.

Campus information

Illinois College offers more than 45 majors in the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences subjects. It launches students into thriving careers in public service, medicine, education and other professional fields. The student populations in this college are about 1,000.

In addition to that, a rich array of experiential learning opportunities complements the academic program for students. For example, there are Study Abroad program, student-faculty research, internships, community service projects and Division III athletics.

The Illinois State Capitol is located in Springfield, a 30-mile drive from Jacksonville along Interstate 72. St. Louis, Missouri, is only 90 miles to the south, and Chicago is a four-hour drive north.

Accommodation

Residence hall life adds exciting dimensions to a student's overall campus experience. Late night talks and sharing daily experiences create lasting friendships and networks of support. Staff members bring professors and programs into each residence hall to extend learning beyond classroom boundaries. Students have strong affection for their residence hall experience and enjoy their home away from home.