Kish College to host Discover Kish for new students
Kishwaukee College will host Discover Kish, an informational event for new students and their families. Discover Kish is from 11 am-3 pm Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025, at the College.
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Who we are. What we do.
Kish Fast Facts
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: 2024 Annual Data Book
- Credit Students — 3,872
- Non-credit Students — 188
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First Generation College Students — 59.5%
- Under 18 — 23.3%
- 18-24 — 49.2%
- 25-29 — 8.8%
- 30-39 — 9.9%
- 40-49 — 5.4%
- 50-59 — 2.4%
- 60+ — 0.9%
- Male — 40.6%
- Female — 59.4%
- American Indian — 0.1%
- Asian — 1.9%
- Black/African American — 13.2%
- Hawaiian/Pacific Islander — 0.1%
- Hispanic/Latino — 29.6%
- Two or more races — 5.4%
- Unknown — 2.1%
- White — 47.6%
- Transfer — 68.7%
- Career and Technical Education — 28.0%
- Developmental — 3.3%
- Full-time – 35.8%
- Part-Time – 64.2%
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 fast-track programs,
continuing education, personal enrichment and dual credit courses — there is something
at Kish for everyone.
Source: 2024 Annual Data Book
- Transfer Degrees — 31.1%
- Occupational Degrees — 12.1%
- Certificates — 36.8%
- General Education Fulfillment — 20.0%
- Within a related field — 64.9%
- Within the Kish District — 67.7%
- Within Illinois — 98.5%
- Median Full-Time Hourly Wage — $25.00
- First-Time/Full-Time — 58.7%
- First-Time/Part-Time — 39.9%
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: 2024 Annual Data Book
- In-District Students — $152
- Out-of-District Students — $304
- Out-of-State Students — $456
- 58.3% students receive some form of financial aid
- $598,485 in scholarships were awarded in 2024
Workforce Development & Community Education
We work to meet the needs of the local community by training job seekers for in-demand
careers.
Source: 2024 Annual Data Book
- FY24 — 313
- Business Development — 105
- Continuing Education — 38
- Fast-Track Programs (Credit) — 56
- Fast-Track Programs (Non-Credit) — 134
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: 2024 Annual Data Book
- Full-Time Faculty — 54
- Part-Time Faculty — 90
- Administrators — 17
- Full-Time Staff — 109
- Part-Time Staff — 49
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).
Accreditation
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.
News & Events
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Kish College Foundation program enhancements benefit educational needs
The Kishwaukee College Foundation awarded $99,978 in program enhancement funds to Kishwaukee College departments for the 2024-2025 academic year. The Foundation has various program enhancement funds established by the generosity of donors for specific purposes.
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