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Illinois Valley Community College
Oglesby, Illinois · Public community college
Address: 815 N Orlando Smith Road, Oglesby, IL 61348 · Phone: (815) 224-2720 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Illinois Valley Community College is a public trade school in Oglesby, Illinois offering CNA classes, CDL training, and auto mechanic programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Illinois Valley Community College has a 41.8% completion rate, below the state average of 58.4%, with median graduate debt of $8,233 and median earnings of $40,810 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data, but federal financial aid such as FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here, and about 26.4% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $37,590 | $45,960 | $48,380 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $39,710 | $60,320 | $75,600 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $34,190 | $49,170 | $73,640 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,890 | $51,320 | $61,520 |
| Electricians | $49,240 | $99,560 | $117,460 |
| Dental assistants | $37,360 | $48,610 | $56,860 |
| Phlebotomists | $37,370 | $46,010 | $49,720 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $58,880 | $75,000 | $79,560 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $46,690 | $77,410 | $96,030 |
| Medical assistants | $36,400 | $46,090 | $49,460 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $36,420 | $42,260 | $49,640 |
| Machinists | $38,390 | $58,520 | $65,620 |
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 | 165 | $29,841 | not reported | $5,500 |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 107 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 40 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 27 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 21 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, under 300 hours | 10 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 9 | $29,841 | not reported | $5,500 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | 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 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 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
Illinois Valley Community College is a public trade and career training campus located in Oglesby, Illinois, a distant-town setting. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. Among its 19 program families, the campus awards the most completions in CNA classes (165), CDL and truck driving training (107), and auto mechanic programs (56).
Federal data shows a completion rate of 41.8%, which is below the state average of 58.4%. Graduates who took out loans carry a median debt of $8,233, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $40,810. About 26.4% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With a strong concentration in short-cycle programs like CNA and CDL training alongside longer technical fields such as auto mechanics, this campus may suit students seeking quicker entry into the workforce as well as those pursuing more technical study. Career changers should review specific program lengths directly with the school, since that detail is not reported here. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and outcome data directly through the Higher Learning Commission and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Illinois Valley Community College offers 19 program families, with the most completions in CNA classes (165), CDL/truck driving training (107), and auto mechanic schools (56).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 41.8%, 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 $8,233, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $40,810.
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 tuition rates for in-state residents and eligibility for state-based funding, though specific tuition figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration for specific trades like CNA, CDL, or auto mechanics.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review detailed outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?145831.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The mix of shorter programs like CNA and CDL training alongside longer technical programs suggests options for varying schedules, but specific fit for career changers should be confirmed directly with the school since program length and format details are not fully reported.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Illinois Valley Community College at (815) 224-2720 or visit https://www.ivcc.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across institutions.
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.