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Olney Central College is one of the four community colleges under the Illinois Eastern Community Colleges system. It was established in the 1960s and merged with Frontier Community College and Lincoln Trail College in 1969 to form the Illinois Eastern Community Colleges District. Olney Central College is located in Olney, Illinois.
Illinois Eastern Community Colleges - Olney Central College offers associate’s degrees and certificate programs in the fields of accounting and computing, cosmetology, nursing, massage therapy, radiography and music, among others. Students of IECC-OCC can also opt for 4-year online degrees through Franklin University.
The men’s sports teams of Olney Central College are known as the Blue Knights, while the women’s teams are called the Lady Blue Knights. The teams participate in basketball, baseball and softball. The college also supports the Phi Beta Lambda society.
Olney Central College is located in Olney, IL (a self-contained town). The school is a public institution. The highest degree level offered by Olney Central College is the Associate's degree.
The school has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. Olney Central College is known for its programs in nursing and emergency medicine.
The school is an open-admission school.
Olney Central College has a tenure system for senior faculty.
The school had 1,610 enrolled students in 2007-2008. A large number of students at Olney Central College are 40 years old or older.
The school offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of Illinois Eastern Community Colleges District 529 is to provide excellence in teaching, learning, public service, and economic development."
More complete details are provided below.
Illinois Eastern Community Colleges Olney Central College
305 N West Street
Olney, IL 62450
General Phone: (618) 393-2982
http://www.iecc.edu/occ
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 308 | licensed practical nurse, nursing assistant, registered nursing, EMT ambulance attendant |
| Liberal Arts | 132 | liberal arts and sciences, general studies |
| Medical Support and Technology | 42 | phlebotomy, radiographer |
| Mechanics and Repair | 34 | industrial mechanics, HVAC, automobile mechanics, autobody repair |
| Medical Administration | 24 | medical transcription, medical office assistant |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 15 | criminal justice and administration, corrections, juvenile corrections |
| Production Trades | 15 | welding |
| Beauty and Cosmetology | 10 | cosmetology |
| Science | 7 | biological and physical sciences |
| Therapy and Counseling | 6 | massage therapy |
| Office and Administration | 5 | administrative assistant |
| Business and Management | 3 | accounting and computer science |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 1 | web design |
| Education and Teaching | 1 | teacher aide |
Number of programs and degrees for Olney Central College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 303 | 15 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 158 | 6 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 142 | 6 |
In 2007-2008, Olney Central College had a total enrollment of 1,610 students (1,457 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 97% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 13% |
| 18-19 | 30% |
| 20-21 | 11% |
| 22-24 | 7% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 10% |
| 65+ | 5% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Illinois | 96% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 38 % |
| Part-Time | 20 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Olney, 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 | $ 6,133 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,688 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid:
Olney Central College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 174200)
Olney Central College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 13 | 21 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 5 | 7 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 18 | $48,535 | 28 | $51,163 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 18 | $48,535 | 28 | $51,163 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 40 | 27 | 67 |
| Baseball | 27 | 0 | 27 |
| Basketball | 12 | 12 | 24 |
| All Other Sports | 1 | 15 | 16 |
BEAUTY AND COSMETOLOGY
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting and Computer Science
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Teacher Assistant/Aide
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Office Assistant/Specialist
Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
PRODUCTION TRADES
Welding Technology/Welder
SCIENCE
Biological and Physical Sciences
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Juvenile Corrections
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Olney Central College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 7% |  |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 15% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits 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 Offers athletic scholarships
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