Illinois Eastern Community Colleges, Olney Central (OCC)
Olney, IL| Region: | Midwest |
|---|---|
| Setting: | Small Town Setting |
| Type: | Public |
| Affiliation: | Not applicable |
| Size: | Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad) |
| Mascot: | Knight |
| Website: | www.iecc.edu |
| On-Campus Housing Available: | No |
| Parking Permit Required: | Yes |
| Selectivity: | Open Admissions |
| In-State Tuition: | $8,361 |
| Out-of-State Tuition: | $10,412 |
| Retention Rate: | 60% |
| Enrollment: | 2,561 |
| Year Established: | 1962 |
About OCC
Olney Central College (OCC) is a part of the Illinois Eastern Community College system. OCC serves those who want to start at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year university later, desire the equivalent to a high school diploma, need to advance in their current career or would like to secure employment in a certain field.
Academics at OCC are focused on making sure students learn quickly and get as much time with their instructors as possible; that is why classes are smaller and more intensive. Courses are available onsite and certain programs are provided entirely online.
Associate's degree and certificate programs offered at OCC include:
- Administration of Justice
- Auto Service Technology
- Crime Scene Technician (CSI)
- Medical Transcription
- Paraprofessional Educator
- Welding and Cutting
There are even programs designed specifically for students who plan on transferring to a four-year institution:
- Athletic Training
- Computer Science
- Early Childhood Education
- Engineering Science
- Pre-Law
- Pre-Medicine
- Pre-Veterinary
- Psychology
Beyond academics, college life at OCC gives students ways to take part in athletics, leadership roles and more.
Those interested in applying for admissions to OCC should be at least 18 years old. Financial aid is administered to those who meet the criteria and need help with tuition payments. Tuition rates may be discounted for residents living in certain counties of Illinois or Indiana.
OCC Map & Location
Illinois Eastern Community Colleges, Olney Central
305 N West Street
Olney, IL 62450
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OCC Students
| Total Students | 2,561 |
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Ethnic Diversity:
- Latino: 1%
- African American: 2%
- Caucasian: 95%
- Asian: 1%
- Unknown and Other: 1%
| Latino | 1% |
|---|---|
| African American | 2% |
| Caucasian | 95% |
| Asian | 1% |
| Unknown and Other | 1% |
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