Lincoln Land Community College Tuition & Completion (2026)
Lincoln Land Community College is a public community college in Springfield, Illinois, serving roughly 3,976 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $4,299 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $3,744. Student demographics in federal data include White (71.8%) and Black or African American (13.1%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $3,744
- 2024 Average Net Price: $4,299 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 3,976 41.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 47.71%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 46.6%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 1.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 4.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 48.1%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 10,344
- Room & Board: $9,549 annual estimate
Lincoln Land Community College: what the data shows
Common questions about Lincoln Land Community College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Lincoln Land Community College?
Lincoln Land Community College is located in Springfield, IL (ZIP 62794-9256).
Is Lincoln Land Community College public or private?
Lincoln Land Community College is a Public institution.
How much does Lincoln Land Community College cost?
Published tuition: $3,744 in-state, $10,464 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $4,299.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $1,079 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $2,209 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $5,103 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $9,345 |
| $110,001+ | $11,452 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $14,976.
How big is Lincoln Land Community College?
Total enrollment: 3,976 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 10,344 students.
About 41% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Lincoln Land Community College?
150%-time completion rate: 47.71%.
First-year retention: 72.2%.
What do graduates of Lincoln Land Community College earn?
Median earnings: $33,145 six years after entry; $38,479 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $11,011.
35.85% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Lincoln Land Community College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (353 completions)
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide (205 completions)
- Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor (149 completions)
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician (132 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (111 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (93 completions)
- Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician (86 completions)
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) (68 completions)
- Biological and Physical Sciences (67 completions)
- Medical/Clinical Assistant (40 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Lincoln Land Community College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 47.71%; median earnings $38,479 at 10 years; net price $4,299. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$3,744
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Lincoln Land Community College was $3,744.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$4,299
2024 Value
In 2024 Lincoln Land Community College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $4,299.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,196 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$4,299 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$14,976 4-Year In-State Tuition
$41,856 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$9,549 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$912 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$14,205 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$56,820 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Lincoln Land Community College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
35.85% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
17.91% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Lincoln Land Community College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Lincoln Land Community College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $2,640 | $7,392 | $5,149 |
| 2014 | $2,748 | $7,716 | $4,300 |
| 2015 | $2,904 | $8,184 | $6,431 |
| 2016 | $3,024 | $8,544 | $7,076 |
| 2017 | $3,168 | $8,976 | $6,392 |
| 2018 | $3,372 | $9,588 | $5,994 |
| 2019 | $3,420 | $9,732 | $6,168 |
| 2020 | $3,456 | $9,840 | $6,027 |
| 2021 | $3,612 | $10,068 | $6,245 |
| 2022 | $3,612 | $10,068 | $5,049 |
| 2023 | $3,672 | $10,248 | $5,294 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Lincoln Land Community College reported total enrollment of about 3,976 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 37% male and 63% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (71.8%), Black or African American (13.1%), and Two or More Races (6.0%). About 35.85% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 46.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
41.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Lincoln Land Community College in 2024 is 3,976 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 10,344 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
72.2%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 71.8%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
33.08% 100% Completion Time
47.71% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 33.08% of students graduating from Lincoln Land Community College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 43% male / 57% female
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 10% male / 90% female
- Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor: 91% male / 9% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Lincoln Land Community College.
Return on Investment
$11,011 Median Student Debt
$38,479 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
28.62% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
2137.67% Return on Investment
2.9 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Lincoln Land Community College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 44 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 353 completions
2. Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 205 completions
3. Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor: 149 completions
4. Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician: 132 completions
5. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 111 completions
6. Welding Technology/Welder: 93 completions
7. Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician: 86 completions
8. Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic): 68 completions
9. Biological and Physical Sciences: 67 completions
Most popular programs at Lincoln Land Community College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Lincoln Land Community College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Lincoln Land Community College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 48.1%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $10,431
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $6,260
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Lincoln Land Community College is a public institution located in Springfield, IL, classified as Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide, Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor. Enrollment is approximately 3,976 students. Student body composition includes White (71.8%), Black or African American (13.1%), Two or More Races (6.0%). The 150%-time completion rate is 47.71%. Approximately 35.85% of students receive Pell Grants. About 46.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Location
Springfield, IL 62794-9256
Region: Great Lakes
Insights and Analysis
Lincoln Land Community College provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lincoln Land Community College located?
Lincoln Land Community College is located in Springfield, IL.
How much does Lincoln Land Community College cost?
Reported tuition is $3,744 and average net price is $4,299 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $9,549 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Lincoln Land Community College?
Lincoln Land Community College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 10,344 students, White (71.8%), Black or African American (13.1%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Lincoln Land Community College?
About 46.6% of students at Lincoln Land Community College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Lincoln Land Community College earn?
Median earnings are $33,145 six years after entry and $38,479 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Lincoln Land Community College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 47.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Lincoln Land Community College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $11,011.
Is Lincoln Land Community College public or private?
Lincoln Land Community College is a public institution located in Springfield, IL.
Is Lincoln Land Community College an HBCU?
No. Lincoln Land Community College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Lincoln Land Community College a tribal college?
No. Lincoln Land Community College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Lincoln Land Community College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Lincoln Land Community College does not meet that proxy (reported share 5.1%).
Is Lincoln Land Community College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Lincoln Land Community College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Illinois college costs
- Illinois colleges by ROI
- Illinois trade schools profile
- Springfield, Illinois city profile
- Great Lakes regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Illinois
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.