College statistics
- Address:
- 21193 Malta Rd
Malta, IL
60150 - Sector Group:
- Public 2-Year
- Official Website:
- www.kish.edu/
- Setting:
- Rural
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $4,560
- Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
- $13,680
- Endowment (End of Year):
- $41,988,334
- Research Activity Tier:
- No research designation
- Economic Mobility Index:
- Higher Access, Lower Earnings
- Primary Undergraduate Major:
- Multi/interdisciplinary Studies
Kishwaukee College is a public two-year institution in Malta, Illinois, serving the rural DeKalb County region. The college enrolls 2,807 students pursuing associate degrees and certificates across a range of academic and career pathways, with multi/interdisciplinary studies as the primary undergraduate focus.
In-state tuition is $4,560 annually, while out-of-state tuition is $13,680. The college's total cost of attendance mirrors tuition, as the estimate includes no separate room and board charges—a typical profile for rural community colleges where many students commute from surrounding communities.
Kishwaukee College functions as an open-access institution and serves as a pathway to four-year degrees for transfer students. The college is well-suited for residents of northern Illinois seeking affordable college credits, workforce certificates, and preparation for transfer to bachelor's degree programs. For more information, visit www.kish.edu/.