Kishwaukee College is a two-year community college, located in rural DeKalb County
Illinois. Founded in 1968, for over 50 years Kish has been providing educational opportunities
to the local community. The Kish district encompasses 31 communities with a population
estimated just over 100,000, with six public high schools.
Our Students
Kishwaukee College embraces and supports a diverse student population. We strive to
create and continually improve a campus environment that both ensures respect for
these differences and encourages their expression. Source: 2023 Annual Data Book
Credit Students — 3,591
Non-credit Students — 265
First Generation College Students — 59.2%
Under 18 — 21.5%
18-24 — 50.3%
25-29 — 9.2%
30-39 — 11.3%
40-49 — 5.1%
50-59 — 1.7%
60+ — 1.0%
Male — 40.2%
Female — 59.8%
American Indian — 0.2%
Asian — 1.6%
Black/African American — 13.3%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander — 0.0%
Hispanic/Latino — 27.1%
Two or more races — 5.0%
Unknown — 1.8%
White — 51.1%
Transfer — 66.5%
Career and Technical Education — 27.6%
Developmental — 5.9%
Full-time – 35.7%
Part-Time – 64.3%
Student Outcomes
Build skills for a career or prepare for a seamless transfer to a four-year institution.
With more than 70 degree or certificate programs — along with short-term training,
continuing education, personal enrichment and dual credit courses — there is something
at Kish for everyone. Source: 2023 Annual Data Book
Transfer Degrees — 33.7%
Occupational Degrees — 13.3%
Certificates — 35.8%
General Education Fulfillment — 17.3%
Within a related field — 70.2%
Within the Kish District — 59.6%
Within Illinois — 93.6%
Median Full-Time Hourly Wage — $26.83
First-Time/Full-Time — 53.5%
First-Time/Part-Time — 31.4%
Financial
Our mission is to improve lives through a quality, affordable education. Kish prides
itself on being good stewards of tax-payer support and student tuition. Source: 2023 Annual Data Book
We work to meet the needs of the local community by training job seekers for in-demand
careers. Source: 2023 Annual Data Book
FY23 — 303
Business Development — 161
Continuing Education — 16
Short-Term Training (Credit) — 92
Short-Term Training (Non-Credit) — 150
Our Staff
With hundreds of full- and part-time employees, Kishwaukee College is one of the top
ten largest employers in DeKalb County, according to the DeKalb County Economic Development
Corporation. Source: 2023 Annual Data Book
Full-Time Faculty — 54
Part-Time Faculty — 95
Administrators — 18
Full-Time Staff — 107
Part-Time Staff — 40
AACC Fast FActs
See how Kishwaukee College compares to fellow community colleges across the United
States through information and data provided by the American Association of Community
Colleges (AACC).
Kishwaukee College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and officially
recognized by the Illinois Community College Board and Illinois Board of Higher Education.
Nine other institutions offer additional accreditation or recognitions of specific
programs at Kish.
Kishwaukee College had a College-record 46 student-athletes nominated for the Arrowhead Conference Bob Bopp Academic Excellence Team during the 2023-2024 athletic season. The award honors Bob Bopp, a major supporter of the Arrowhead Athletic Conference and its athletes, and recognition is given to student-athletes who complete at least 12 credits per semester while achieving a 3.00 or higher cumulative GPA for the academic year.
The Kishwaukee College Foundation is accepting nominations for the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award. The award honors exceptional alumni who have made significant contributions to their professions, communities, and beyond, reflecting the values and excellence of Kishwaukee College.