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Highland Community College, also known as HCC, is a public college located in Freeport, Illinois, United States. It was established in the year 1962. The main campus spreads across an area of 140 acres. HCC offers a number of programs in various areas of study including arts, science and business, and computer science, among others. The institution also provides opportunities for adult education. Courses are provided through online services as well.
HCC’s athletics department fields an impressive number of men's and women's sports teams. They compete in the National Junior College Athletic Association Men's Division I and the National Junior College Athletic Association Men's Division II. They are nicknamed the CougarS. The Cougars compete in basketball, golf, baseball, softball, and volleyball.
The main campus of Highland Community College is in Freeport, IL (a town not particularly near any major cities). The school is a public school. Highland Community College offers degrees up to the Associate's degree.
The school students most commonly major in a field related to science.
Highland Community College admits all qualified candidates under its open-admission policy.
The school offers tenure to reward and retain some professors. Salaries for full-time faculty at Highland Community College are higher than most, allowing the school to afford quality teaching.
In 2007, the school had 2,049 enrolled students.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Highland Community College is committed to shaping the future of our communities by providing quality education and learning opportunities through programs and servics that encourage the personal and professional growth of the people of northwestern Illinois."
More complete details are provided below.
Highland Community College
2998 W Pearl City Rd
Freeport, IL 61032-9341
General Phone: (815) 235-6121
http://www.highland.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 120 | liberal arts and sciences, general studies |
| Science | 62 | biological and physical sciences |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 57 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse |
| Beauty And Cosmetology | 18 | cosmetology, manicurist |
| Business And Management | 16 | accounting, accounting technology, business management |
| Mechanics And Repair | 10 | automobile mechanics, autobody repair, industrial mechanics |
| Office And Administration | 9 | general office occupations, administrative assistant |
| Design | 6 | graphic design |
| Medical Support And Technology | 5 | medical coding |
| Family And Social Work | 5 | child care provider |
| Engineering Technician | 4 | industrial tech |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 3 | information technology |
| Engineering | 3 | engineering |
| Medical Administration | 3 | medical records tech, medical transcription |
| Production Trades | 2 | welding |
| Agricultural Science And Management | 1 | agricultural management |
Number of programs and degrees for Highland Community College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 251 | 16 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 44 | 6 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 29 | 9 |
In 2007, Highland Community College had a total enrollment of 2,049 students (1,421 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 89% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 6% |
| 18-19 | 31% |
| 20-21 | 15% |
| 22-24 | 9% |
| 25-29 | 11% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Illinois | 96% |
| Wisconsin | 3% |
| Florida | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 66 % |
| Part-Time | 39 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Freeport, Illinois for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Illinois Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 3,870 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 3,870 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
Financial Aid:
Highland Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 168100)
Highland Community College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 26 | 11 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 5 | 3 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 31 | $67,552 | 14 | $65,244 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 31 | $67,552 | 14 | $65,244 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agricultural Business and Management, General
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Information Technology
ENGINEERING
Engineering, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Industrial Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Care Provider/Assistant
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Highland Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching
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