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Shawnee Community College
Ullin, Illinois · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 8364 Shawnee College Rd, Ullin, IL 62992 · Phone: (618) 634-3200 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Shawnee Community College is a public trade and career school in Ullin, Illinois, offering welding, CDL/truck driving, and CNA programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Shawnee Community College has a 59.7% completion rate versus a 58.4% state average, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $32,999, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Shawnee Community College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and 31.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,890 | $51,320 | $61,520 |
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $39,710 | $60,320 | $75,600 |
| Nursing assistants | $37,590 | $45,960 | $48,380 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $58,880 | $75,000 | $79,560 |
| Medical records specialists | $38,890 | $56,440 | $64,360 |
| Medical assistants | $36,400 | $46,090 | $49,460 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $34,190 | $49,170 | $73,640 |
| Surgical technologists | $48,560 | $64,650 | $77,670 |
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $31,200 | $34,040 | $41,110 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $31,200 | $37,050 | $46,410 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $46,690 | $77,410 | $96,030 |
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 | 53 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 41 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, under 300 hours | 38 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | 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 | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | 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
Shawnee Community College is a public college in Ullin, Illinois, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-level accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Occupational Therapy Association's Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here (Title IV eligible). Across 18 program families, the campus awards the most completions in welding schools (60), CDL/truck driving training (53), and CNA classes (41).
Shawnee's overall completion rate is 59.7%, close to the Illinois state average of 58.4%, putting the school near the state average on this measure. Median earnings 10 years after entry are $32,999. About 31.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of students come from lower-income backgrounds. Median debt of graduates and annual cost of attendance are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given its mix of welding, CDL, CNA, LPN, medical assisting, surgical tech, cosmetology, and HVAC programs, this campus fits students seeking shorter, hands-on career-training pathways as well as those pursuing associate-level allied health credentials, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Located in a distant rural setting, it may particularly serve local adults and career changers, though this fit is inferred from setting and program mix rather than stated explicitly. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and outcomes 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?
Shawnee Community College offers 18 program families, with the most completions in welding schools, CDL/truck driving training, and CNA classes. Other offerings include LPN programs, medical billing and coding, medical assisting, surgical technology, cosmetology, nail technology, and HVAC.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Shawnee Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. It also holds program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Occupational Therapy Association's Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school is Title IV eligible, meaning students can use FAFSA-based federal financial aid, including Pell Grants. About 31.2% of students currently receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 59.7%, compared to an Illinois state average of 58.4%, putting Shawnee near the state average.
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 at (618) 634-3200 or check the College Scorecard link for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $32,999, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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 at (618) 634-3200 or visit shawneecc.edu for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Shawnee Community College is a public institution, which generally means lower tuition rates for in-state residents compared to private for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the data provided. Contact the school directly at (618) 634-3200 or visit shawneecc.edu to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review federal outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?148821.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of short-term trade programs like welding and CDL training alongside longer allied-health pathways, which may suit adults seeking career changes, though this is inferred from program mix rather than explicitly stated for adult learners.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Shawnee Community College at (618) 634-3200 or visit their website at https://shawneecc.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on nearby schools offering the same trades is not reported in this dataset. Check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?148821 to compare similar institutions.
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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.