53%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 539 |
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| Declined | + 462 |
| Total Received | 1,001 |
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| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Jacksonville University | Jacksonville, FL |
| Columbia College Chicago | Chicago, IL |
| DePaul University | Chicago, IL |
| Benedictine University | Lisle, IL |
| Missouri Southern State University | Joplin, MO |
| Aurora University | Aurora, IL |
| Michigan State University | East Lansing, MI |
| Quincy University | Quincy, IL |
| Olivet Nazarene University | Bourbonnais, IL |
| St. John's University | Queens, NY |
| SAT | 1065 |
|---|---|
| ACT | 0958 |
Blackburn, founded in 1837, is a private church-affiliated, liberal arts college. Its 80-acre campus is located in Carlinville, 60 miles from St. Louis, MO.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
|---|---|
| Campus Enrollment | 596 |
| Established in | 1837 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Founded Coeducational College |
| Religious affiliation | Presbyterian |
| Accredited by |
• NCACS (North Central Assn. of Colleges and Schools) • NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education) |
80-acre campus in Carlinville (population: 5,632), 60 miles from St. Louis. Served by train; major airport serves St. Louis; smaller airport and bus serve Springfield (50 miles). School operates transportation to airport, bus, and train.
Blackburn College
700 College Avenue
Carlinville, IL 62626
| Application fee | |
|---|---|
| Common application accepted | yes |
| Application deadline | August 1 |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Recommended |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT Subject Tests Not used SAT or ACT Required |
53%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 539 |
|---|---|
| Declined | + 462 |
| Total Received | 1,001 |
Character/ personal qualities
Class rank
Particular talent/ability
Secondary school record
Standardized test scores
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Alumni/ae relationship
Essay
Extracurricular activities
Interview
Recommendations
Geographical residence
Minority affiliation
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
Alisha Kapp
Director of Admissions
P: 800 233-3550
F: 217 854-3713
admit@blackburn.edu
| Tuition | $21,582 |
| Room | $3,658 |
| Board | $3,000 |
| Additional fees | $410 |
| Books & supplies | $700 |
| Total | $29,350 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $18,805 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $10,545 |
81%
$18,805
Need-based
| Federal | $1,636,672 |
| State | $1,274,271 |
| Institutional | $3,753,787 |
| Other external | $123,359 |
| Total | $6,788,089 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | $0 |
| State | $0 |
| Institutional | $788,940 |
| Other external | $19,060 |
| Total | $808,000 |
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Not reported
95%
5%
61%
Transfer applicants accepted
60%
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements |
High School GPA: 2.00 College GPA: 2.00 |
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| High school transcript | Required of All |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of All |
| Interview | Recommended of All |
| Standardized test scores | Recommended of All |
| Essay or personal statement | Recommended of All |
Maximum transfered
92
Minimum transfers must complete
30
Not Reported
| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 6 |
|---|---|
| Countries most often represented |
Canada Congo France Mexico Nigeria Uganda |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
Special counselors/advisors |
Kathy Ruiter
Enrollment Services Administrator
217 854-5525
kathy.ruiter@blackburn.edu
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