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Danville Area Community College
Danville, Illinois · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 2000 E Main St, Danville, IL 61832 · Phone: (217) 443-3222 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Danville Area Community College is a public trade and career school in Danville, Illinois, offering CDL training, LPN programs, and medical billing & coding, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Danville Area Community College has a 44.9% completion rate, below the Illinois state average of 58.4%, with median graduate debt of $7,218 and median earnings of $34,867 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Danville Area Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 28.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $39,710 | $60,320 | $75,600 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $58,880 | $75,000 | $79,560 |
| Medical records specialists | $38,890 | $56,440 | $64,360 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $34,190 | $49,170 | $73,640 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $59,350 | $79,930 | $97,950 |
| Nursing assistants | $37,590 | $45,960 | $48,380 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,890 | $51,320 | $61,520 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $40,330 | $58,830 | $73,620 |
| Medical assistants | $36,400 | $46,090 | $49,460 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 49 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 24 | $20,928 | not reported | $6,600 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 9 | $20,928 | not reported | $6,600 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | $59,124 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 6 | $30,099 | $29,322 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | $25,194 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Danville Area Community College is a public trade and career school located in Danville, Illinois, in a distant-town setting. It participates in federal Title IV financial aid, meaning students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help cover costs. The campus holds accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Its top programs by completions are CDL / truck driving training, LPN / LVN programs, and medical billing & coding, among 15 program offerings spanning fields such as welding, culinary arts, auto mechanics, and medical assisting.
Federal data show a completion rate of 44.9%, which is below the Illinois state average of 58.4%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $7,218, and median earnings ten years after entry were $34,867. About 28.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, occupation-specific credentials such as CDL training or LPN certification rather than longer degree paths, though program length details themselves are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adult career-changers considering enrollment should verify current program offerings, licensing requirements, and costs directly with the school. Prospective students can confirm accreditation status and review updated outcome figures through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard or by contacting the college directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Danville Area Community College offers 15 programs, with the most completions in CDL / truck driving training, LPN / LVN programs, and medical billing & coding. It also offers programs in welding, culinary arts, auto mechanics, radiologic technology, CNA classes, and medical assisting.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college is accredited. It holds accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can apply for FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 44.9%, which is below the Illinois state average of 58.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,218, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are $34,867, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public institution, which typically means lower published tuition and eligibility for state funding compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (217) 443-3222 or visit its website for program duration details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation and review federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?144564, or contact the college directly.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The presence of short, occupation-focused programs such as CDL training and LPN preparation may suit career changers, though specific program length and schedule details are not reported for this campus in federal data; check with the school directly.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Danville Area Community College by phone at (217) 443-3222 or visit its website at https://www.dacc.edu/ for application details.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.