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Frontier Community College
Fairfield, Illinois · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 2 Frontier Drive, Fairfield, IL 62837 · Phone: 61839329825559 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Frontier Community College is a public trade and career school in Fairfield, Illinois, offering CNA classes, electrician training, and phlebotomy classes, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Frontier Community College reported 96 trade program completers, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, but completion rate, median debt, and median earnings figures are not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Frontier Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here since the school participates in Title IV programs.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $37,590 | $45,960 | $48,380 |
| Electricians | $49,240 | $99,560 | $117,460 |
| Phlebotomists | $37,370 | $46,010 | $49,720 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $36,420 | $42,260 | $49,640 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $39,710 | $60,320 | $75,600 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $34,190 | $49,170 | $73,640 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 49 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 19 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, under 300 hours | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 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
Frontier Community College is a public community college located in Fairfield, Illinois, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Because it is a Title IV institution, students can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, to help pay for their education. The campus offers nine program families in trade and career fields, with the largest enrollments in CNA classes (49 completers), electrician schools (19 completers), and phlebotomy classes (8 completers).
In terms of outcomes, the college reported 96 trade program completers. The state average completion percentage for comparable programs is 58.4%, though how this campus's own completion rate compares to that average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, annual cost of attendance, and the share of students receiving Pell Grants are also not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students seeking shorter, hands-on training programs in healthcare support and skilled trades rather than multi-year degree paths, though specific program lengths are not detailed in the available data. Located in a remote town setting, it may also serve adult learners and career changers in the surrounding rural area, though this fit is inferred only from the program mix and setting, not stated outcomes data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Higher Learning Commission and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard for the most current federal data before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Frontier Community College offers nine program families, with the largest enrollments in CNA classes, electrician schools, and phlebotomy classes.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this is a Title IV institution, meaning students can use federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus reported 96 trade program completers; the state average completion percentage is 58.4%, but how this campus's rate compares to the state average is not reported for this campus in federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are not reported for this campus in 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 at the phone number listed on its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Frontier Community College is a public institution, which typically means lower published tuition rates and eligibility for state funding compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported in the available data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link provided by the U.S. Department of Education.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program mix, which includes CNA, electrician, and phlebotomy training, suggests options suited to shorter-term career entry, but specific adult learner fit is not detailed in the available data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in the available data; contact the school directly for program-specific credentialing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Frontier Community College by phone or visit its website at https://www.iecc.edu/fcc to learn more about applying.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in federal data available for this listing; the College Scorecard link can help with independent comparisons.
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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.