College statistics
- Address:
- 8900 US Hwy 14
Crystal Lake, IL
60012 - Sector Group:
- Public 2-Year
- Official Website:
- www.mchenry.edu/
- Setting:
- Rural
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $3,645
- Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
- $13,882
- Endowment (End of Year):
- $114,392,015
- Research Activity Tier:
- No research designation
- Economic Mobility Index:
- Lower Access, Lower Earnings
- Primary Undergraduate Major:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
McHenry County College is a public two-year institution in Crystal Lake, Illinois, serving the rural communities of McHenry County and surrounding areas. The college enrolls approximately 9,051 students and offers liberal arts and sciences coursework designed to support both direct workforce entry and transfer pathways to four-year universities.
In-state tuition is $3,645 per year, with out-of-state tuition at $13,882. These figures represent the total cost of attendance for tuition-only; prospective students should contact the college directly to understand living expenses and any available financial aid that may reduce the out-of-pocket cost.
McHenry County College functions as a critical access point for students beginning postsecondary education and serves as a transfer gateway to bachelor's degree programs at four-year institutions throughout Illinois and beyond. The college works well for working adults, students seeking affordable entry into higher education, and those exploring academic or career paths before committing to a residential university. For more information, visit www.mchenry.edu/.