There are 136 accredited colleges and universities in Illinois. They admit an average of 72% of applicants, and the average net price after aid is $17,720 per year. Compare acceptance rates, SAT/ACT scores, and net prices — and see your personal admission chances for free.
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The most selective and highly ranked accredited universities in Illinois. Click any school for its acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, net price, and a free admission-chance estimate.
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Universities in Illinois with the lowest average net price after grants and scholarships (federal College Scorecard data).
| University | Location | Avg Net Price |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity International University-Illinois | Deerfield, IL | $2,835 |
| South Suburban College | South Holland, IL | $3,242 |
| Carl Sandburg College | Galesburg, IL | $3,662 |
| Danville Area Community College | Danville, IL | $4,777 |
| Morton College | Cicero, IL | $5,191 |
| Rock Valley College | Rockford, IL | $5,242 |
| John A Logan College | Carterville, IL | $5,541 |
| City Colleges of Chicago-Wilbur Wright College | Chicago, IL | $6,375 |
| John Wood Community College | Quincy, IL | $7,050 |
| City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College | Chicago, IL | $7,397 |
| College of DuPage | Glen Ellyn, IL | $7,401 |
| Telshe Yeshiva-Chicago | Chicago, IL | $7,626 |
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There are 136 accredited colleges and universities in Illinois in Admit Coach's database, sourced from federal IPEDS data. They admit an average of 72% of applicants and cost about $17,720 per year after aid.
Northwestern University is the highest nationally ranked university in Illinois. The best college depends on your major, budget, and admission chances, though. Admit Coach ranks all 136 Illinois colleges by your personal fit using your GPA and test scores, not just national reputation.
The average net price — the real cost after grants and scholarships — at colleges in Illinois is about $17,720 per year. Admit Coach shows net price by five income brackets for every school, so you see the estimate for your family's income bracket, not just the sticker price.
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