Community CollegePublic
Parkland College
6-yr Graduation
32%
—
Total enrollment
6,014
peer median 7,555
Avg net price
$8,048
+$751 vs Community College
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About
Parkland College is a public community college in Champaign, Illinois. It is part of the Illinois Community College System serving Community College District 505, which includes parts of Coles, Champaign, DeWitt, Douglas, Edgar, Ford, Iroquois, Livingston, Moultrie, McLean, Piatt, and Vermilion Counties. Parkland College enrolls approximately 9,000 students annually, with more than 340,000 students served since September 1967.
Graduation rate & outcomes
Completion, retention, and the equity gap between Pell and non-Pell students.
Overall completion
32%
Overall completion
32%
Full-time retention
70%
Full-time retention
70%
Pell equity
18.2pp gap
Pell recipients
21%51 of 247
Non-Pell (all)
39%145 of 370
Subsidized loan, no Pell
35%11 of 31
No Federal Aid
40%134 of 339
Non-Pell students graduate at a 18.2-point higher rate than Pell recipients.
Source: IPEDS Graduation Rates (GR) — Pell/SSL cohort, 2024 cohort.
Program outcomes
Federal Program Performance Data: how each program's graduate earnings and debt measure up under Financial Value Transparency and Gainful Employment.
Of 82 Title IV programs, 10 pass the federal Gainful Employment test and 0 fail. 72 have graduate earnings too small to publish, so they carry no pass/fail verdict.
Total programs
82
Passing
10
12.2% of portfolio
Failing (GE)
0
0.0% of portfolio
Fail rate
0.0%
-0.6pp vs 0.6% national
Pass / fail distribution
82programs
- Passing10 · 12.2%
- No Data72 · 87.8%
- Failing0 · 0.0%
Severity spectrum
Critical
0
Severe
0
Recoverable
0
At Risk
1
Watch
3
Safe
6
No data
72
Tiers band programs by how far graduate earnings sit above or below the benchmark, from Critical (below −15%) through Safe (above +25%). No data means earnings were privacy-suppressed.
Earnings premium gap
Graduate earnings versus the federal benchmark, worst gaps first.
Program
Typical
Benchmark
EP gap
Radio Television and Digital Communication
Associate Degree · Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs
$36,353
$34,808
Same-State HS Median
+4.4%
+$1,545
Radio Television and Digital Communication
Associate Degree · Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs
+4.4%
$36,353 vs $34,808
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians
Associate Degree · Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, And Related Sciences
$38,567
$34,808
Same-State HS Median
+10.8%
+$3,759
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians
Associate Degree · Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, And Related Sciences
+10.8%
$38,567 vs $34,808
Liberal Arts and Sciences General Studies and Humanities
Associate Degree · Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities
$40,885
$34,808
Same-State HS Median
+17.5%
+$6,077
Liberal Arts and Sciences General Studies and Humanities
Associate Degree · Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities
+17.5%
$40,885 vs $34,808
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate Degree · Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences
$42,261
$34,808
Same-State HS Median
+21.4%
+$7,453
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate Degree · Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences
+21.4%
$42,261 vs $34,808
Biological and Physical Sciences
Associate Degree · Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
$49,181
$34,808
Same-State HS Median
+41.3%
+$14,373
Biological and Physical Sciences
Associate Degree · Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
+41.3%
$49,181 vs $34,808
Business Administration Management and Operations
Associate Degree · Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services
$55,314
$34,808
Same-State HS Median
+58.9%
+$20,506
Business Administration Management and Operations
Associate Degree · Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services
+58.9%
$55,314 vs $34,808
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Associate Degree · Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences
$58,824
$34,808
Same-State HS Median
+69.0%
+$24,016
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Associate Degree · Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences
+69.0%
$58,824 vs $34,808
Allied Health Diagnostic Intervention and Treatment Professions
Associate Degree · Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences
$58,878
$34,808
Same-State HS Median
+69.2%
+$24,070
Allied Health Diagnostic Intervention and Treatment Professions
Associate Degree · Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences
+69.2%
$58,878 vs $34,808
Near the line (±5%)
Programs within five points of the pass line, one cohort year from flipping.
Program
EP gap
Status
Radio Television and Digital Communication
Associate Degree · Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs
+4.4%
+$1,545
Just passing
Debt vs earnings
Median completer debt against median graduate earnings, highest burden first.
Program
Median debt
Median earnings
Debt burden
Liberal Arts and Sciences General Studies and Humanities
Associate Degree · Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities
$9,000
$40,885
22%
Liberal Arts and Sciences General Studies and Humanities
Associate Degree · Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities
$9,000 debt · $40,885 earn
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Associate Degree · Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences
$12,000
$58,824
20%
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Associate Degree · Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences
$12,000 debt · $58,824 earn
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate Degree · Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences
$8,050
$42,261
19%
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Associate Degree · Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences
$8,050 debt · $42,261 earn
Allied Health Diagnostic Intervention and Treatment Professions
Associate Degree · Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences
$9,001
$58,878
15%
Allied Health Diagnostic Intervention and Treatment Professions
Associate Degree · Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences
$9,001 debt · $58,878 earn
Biological and Physical Sciences
Associate Degree · Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
$7,137
$49,181
15%
Biological and Physical Sciences
Associate Degree · Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
$7,137 debt · $49,181 earn
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Associate Degree · Mechanic And Repair Technologies/Technicians
$7,000
$70,208
10%
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Associate Degree · Mechanic And Repair Technologies/Technicians
$7,000 debt · $70,208 earn
Accreditation status & history
Who accredits the institution, current standing, and any past actions.
AccreditedInstitutional accreditor
Higher Learning Commission
Accredited since 1972Next review Aug 2033
Programmatic accreditations · 7
Action history · 12
- Jan 2024Renewal of AccreditationJoint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology · Radiologic Technology (RAD) - Programs for radiographers
- Aug 2023Renewal of AccreditationAmerican Occupational Therapy Association, Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education · Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) - Programs leading to an associate degree
- Apr 2023Renewal of AccreditationHigher Learning Commission
- Sep 2022Accreditation Reaffirmed: Probation RemovedAccreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. — May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission · Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs
- Aug 2021Grant Substantive Change: ProgramAmerican Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation · Dental Hygiene (DH)
Tuition & cost
What families actually pay, broken down by family income.
Net price by family income
Aid exceeds costFamily pays
Negative values mean aid exceeds the published cost of attendance for that income band.
Avg net price
$8,048
+$751vs Community College median $7,298
Federal loans
13.4%
In-state tuition
$4,284
Out-of-state
$13,266
Federal aid volume & trends
Pell grants and federal Direct Loan volume disbursed to students, and how they've trended.
In AY 2024–25, 2,152 students received $9.7M in Pell grants, alongside $3.6M in federal Direct Loans.
Pell recipients
2,152
AY 2024–25
Pell disbursed
$9.7M
$9,745,786 total
Direct Loans
$3.6M
1,103 loan awards
Pell recipients · 5-year trend
2k’20
2k’21
2k’22
2k’23
2k’24
Loan volume by type · AY 2024–25
Subsidized$1.9M
707 loan awards
Unsubsidized · UG$1.0M
341 loan awards
Parent PLUS$616K
55 loan awards
Loan awards count each loan type a student holds, not unique borrowers; one student may carry several (e.g. subsidized and unsubsidized), so the per-type figures are the reliable detail.
Student loan default rate
The share of student borrowers who default on federal loans within three years, against the national benchmark.
Of 1,357 borrowers who entered repayment, 67 (4.9%) defaulted within three years — above the 2.3% national rate.
Default rate
4.9%
+2.6pp vs 2.3% national
Borrowers in repayment
1,357
Defaulted
67
Measurement window
3 years
Federal CDR standard
Default rate vs national, by cohort
2016
19.5%+10.2
2017
19.4%+10.2
2018
16.5%+9.5
2019
4.9%+2.6
2020*
0.0%
This institutionNational rate
* Cohorts 2020 and later read near 0% because the federal COVID-19 payment pause (CARES Act) suspended defaults nationwide. These years reflect a national policy, not institutional performance; the 2019 cohort is the last measured under normal repayment.
Academic programs at Parkland College
Top program areas ranked by completions.
Distinct CIP programs84
UndergraduateOffered
GraduateOffered
Top program families by completions
687 total completions
01Liberal Arts
25136.5%
01Liberal Arts
25136.5%
02Health Professions
14320.8%
02Health Professions
14320.8%
03Multi/Interdisciplinary
11516.7%
03Multi/Interdisciplinary
11516.7%
04Mechanic
578.3%
04Mechanic
578.3%
05Agriculture
416.0%
05Agriculture
416.0%
06Business
304.4%
06Business
304.4%
07Family/Consumer Sci
162.3%
07Family/Consumer Sci
162.3%
08Engineering
121.7%
08Engineering
121.7%
09Visual/Performing Arts
111.6%
09Visual/Performing Arts
111.6%
10Engineering Tech
111.6%
10Engineering Tech
111.6%
Enrollment trends & demographics
Fall headcount, 12-month unduplicated enrollment, and student body composition.
Fall total
6,014
12-mo unduplicated
10,065
Undergraduate
10,065
Graduate
0
Gender split
Men
48%4,795
Women
52%5,270
Race / ethnicity composition
White
57.3%
Black
14.4%
Hispanic
12.9%
Two or more
7.0%
Asian
4.2%
Non-resident
3.1%
Unknown
0.8%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%
Athletics & Title IX gender equity
How athletic participation, aid, and spending are split between men and women.
Athletes
149
86 M · 63 W
Women athletes
42.3%
Athletic aid
$534K
Total student aid
Budget
$1.4M
Total expenses
Men vs women · spending splits
Athletic student aid
$230K
$304K
Recruiting expense
$661
$380
Head-coach salaries
$14K
$14K
Men Women
Sport-by-sport · 7
Sport
Men
Women
Expenses
Baseball
42
—
$192,914
Baseball
42 M · —
Soccer
21
16
$202,225
Soccer
21 M · 16 W
Basketball
15
12
$248,539
Basketball
15 M · 12 W
Volleyball
—
18
$164,491
Volleyball
— · 18 W
Softball
—
15
$183,426
Softball
— · 15 W
Golf
8
—
$83,953
Golf
8 M · —
Campus safety & crime statistics
Reported on-campus crimes over the last three years, including violence and hate crimes.
Criminal offenses · per 1,000 students
1.00
6 offenses · 6,018 students
3-year trend
0.002 yrs ago0.001 yr ago1.00Latest
Offenses · 3-yr
6
Last three years
VAWA · 3-yr
8
DV, dating, stalking
Hate crimes · 3-yr
1
Res-hall fires · 3-yr
0
Criminal offenses by type
Burglary
5
Aggravated assault
1
By location
6total
- On campus6
VAWA offenses
0
Domestic violence
0
Dating violence
2
Stalking
2 total under the Violence Against Women Act.
Hate crimes by bias
- Sexual orientation1
Arrests vs disciplinary referrals
CategoryArrestsReferrals
Weapons10
Drugs00
Liquor01
Residence-hall fires
No residence-hall fires reported.
Student-faculty ratio
Student-to-faculty ratio and instructional staff counts.
Student-to-faculty
14.0:1
Instructional staff (full-time equivalent)
153
Parkland College vs Peer comparison
The peer institutions Parkland College selected for federal comparison reporting.
This institutionPeer median
A larger shape on any axis means this institution outperforms its peers on that dimension. For acceptance rate and net price, lower raw values are inverted so "more selective" and "more affordable" appear larger.
| Carnegie | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SubjectParkland College | 32% | — | 6,014 | $8,048 | Community College |
| — | — | 6,510 | $11,602 | Community College | |
| — | — | 5,882 | $5,446 | Community College | |
| — | — | 8,373 | $10,265 | Community College | |
| — | — | 6,296 | $7,886 | Community College | |
| — | — | 4,838 | $12,351 | Community College | |
| — | — | 28,081 | $8,400 | Community College | |
| — | — | 17,840 | $4,266 | Community College | |
| — | — | 23,697 | $11,171 | Community College | |
| — | — | 5,157 | $1,664 | Community College | |
| — | — | 5,213 | $9,197 | Community College | |
| — | — | 7,426 | $14,017 | Community College | |
| — | — | 6,420 | $5,143 | Community College | |
| — | — | 5,119 | $6,727 | Community College | |
| — | — | 5,540 | $14,629 | Community College | |
| — | — | 110,710 | $7,258 | Community College | |
| — | — | 13,429 | $6,376 | Community College | |
| — | — | 5,914 | $5,202 | Community College | |
| — | — | 9,328 | $17,110 | Community College | |
| — | — | 5,902 | $6,013 | Community College | |
| — | — | 5,677 | $4,299 | Community College | |
| — | — | 7,022 | $14,021 | Community College | |
| — | — | 16,642 | $4,982 | Community College | |
| — | — | 8,641 | $6,353 | Community College | |
| — | — | 11,296 | $2,829 | Community College | |
| — | — | 8,106 | $6,587 | Community College | |
| — | — | 7,854 | $10,369 | Community College | |
| — | — | 7,684 | $7,337 | Community College | |
| — | — | 5,978 | $5,242 | Community College | |
| — | — | 7,028 | $7,981 | Community College | |
| — | — | 8,492 | $10,427 | Community College | |
| — | — | 17,299 | $4,273 | Community College | |
| — | — | 9,842 | $4,138 | Community College | |
| — | — | 8,305 | $11,442 | Community College | |
| Peer group median | 32% | — | 7,555 | $7,298 |
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Parkland College Institutional Research office
The IR team responsible for the institution's federal reporting.
Office
Office of Institutional Accountability and Research
Email
iar [at] parkland.edu
Phone
217/351-2239
Address
U323, Parkland College, 2400 West Bradley Avenue, Champaign, IL 61821
The Office of Institutional Accountability and Research collects, analyzes, and distributes internal and external data/information to support the college in making informed decisions and developing creative solutions that improve institutional effectiveness, accountability, and student success.
Visit IR office pageTeam
1 member
- Kevin KnottDean of Institutional Effectiveness
Common Data Set
Parkland College's own annual Common Data Set: the most detailed self-reported reference for selectivity, cost, outcomes, and the student body.
Source publications
Reports & documents (4)
Dashboards, factbooks, data dictionaries, and other reference material published by the IR office.
- DashboardDashboardparkland.edu
- Data dictionaryISP-09 - Data Classification Policy2021The Data Classification Policy at Parkland College sets standards for classifying and protecting the institution's data according to its sensitivity. It outlines three levels of data classification: Confidential, Private, and Public. The policy aligns with federal and state regulations and integrates into a broader information security plan. It details roles and responsibilities for data classification and provides definitions for specific types of Confidential data, including authentication verifiers, financial information, health information, and more.services.parkland.edu
- DFR reportIPEDS Data Feedback Report 20242024nces.ed.gov
- Strategic planStrategic Plan for Excellence2026The Strategic Plan for Excellence at Parkland College outlines a vision for 2028 where the institution is recognized as a leading community college ensuring student success and social mobility. The plan focuses on empowering students, enhancing teaching and learning, enriching the community, investing in employees, and securing the college's future through sustainable practices. A focus on professional development, accessible learning environments, and economic and workforce development partnerships underscores the college's commitment to its mission and community.parkland.edu
Notable alumni of Parkland College (5)
A curated list of alumni recognized for notable achievements across industries.
- Mark CarlsonAthletics
- Lennox ForresterBasketball
- JeremihMusic
- Marcus LewisBasketball
- Thomas A. McKeanAutism advocacy
Frequently asked questions about Parkland College
Quick answers to the questions most often asked about Parkland College.
What is the graduation rate at Parkland College?
Parkland College reports a 6-year graduation rate of 32% per the latest IPEDS.
How many students attend Parkland College?
Parkland College reports a total enrollment of 6,014 students per the latest IPEDS.
What is the average net price at Parkland College?
The average net price at Parkland College is $8,048 per the latest College Scorecard. Net price is the published cost of attendance minus grant aid.
Where is Parkland College located?
Parkland College is located in Champaign, Illinois 61821-1899.
Who runs Institutional Research at Parkland College?
Parkland College's IR work is done by the Office of Institutional Accountability and Research.
About the data on this page
Every figure comes from an official federal or public source. Here is each one and the release it is currently on.
IPEDS2025 provisional data (Fall 2025–26 release, July 28, 2026)
Enrollment, completions, graduation rates, tuition, financial aid, staffing, and finance for every U.S. institution in federal student aid programs.
College ScorecardJune 10, 2026 release (merged 2025–26 files)
Institution and field-of-study costs, graduate earnings, debt, completion, and admissions outcomes compiled from federal aid records, tax data, and IPEDS.
FVT/GE program performanceProvisional preview, May 18, 2026 release
Program-level debt-to-earnings and earnings-premium measures behind the FVT/GE and STATS accountability frameworks.
DAPIP accreditationContinuously refreshed
Accreditation status for institutions and programs, reported by recognized accrediting agencies.
Federal Pell Grant volumeAY 2025–26 (through Q3), through March 31, 2026
Pell Grant recipient counts, award amounts, and disbursements by institution and award year.
Federal student loan volumeAY 2025–26 (through Q3), through March 31, 2026
Federal Direct Loan recipient counts and disbursement volume by institution and award year.
Cohort Default RatesFY 2022 official rates
Institution-level federal student loan default rates, measuring borrowers who default within three years of entering repayment.
Equity in Athletics (EADA)Academic year 2024–25
Athletics participation, coaching, revenues, and expenses by sport and gender for Title IV institutions.
Campus Safety & SecurityData through reporting year 2024
Criminal offenses, arrests, disciplinary actions, VAWA offenses, and fire statistics reported by campus under the Clery Act.
Last reviewed July 2026All data sources & release dates →
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