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Black Hawk College
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Annual Tuition
$4,920
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
Open
Open Admission
Graduation Rate
40.2%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$37,253
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Black Hawk College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Moline, IL. With a competitive tuition profile of $4,920, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 40.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 2-Year Cost
$9,840
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
1.4 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$7,253
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$62,690
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$135,220
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 40%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Black Hawk College is $8,375.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
2
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
2
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$4,920
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
68.4%
Success
40.2%
In-State Cost
$4,920
Age 25+ Students
24.2%
Carnegie Class
Carnegie 6
Working at 6yr
1,794 students
Living In Moline
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$646
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$773
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$953
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Moline metropolitan area.