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Wabash Valley College
Mount Carmel, Illinois · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 2200 College Drive, Mount Carmel, IL 62863 · Phone: 61839329825559 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Wabash Valley College is a public trade school in Mount Carmel, Illinois, offering CNA classes, CDL training, and diesel mechanic programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Federal outcome data on completion rate, graduate debt, and earnings is not reported for this campus, though the statewide average completion rate is 58.4%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost of attendance and Pell Grant share are not reported in federal data for Wabash Valley College, but the school does participate in Title IV federal financial aid programs.
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 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $44,760 | $64,340 | $80,640 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, under 300 hours | 24 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 24 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | 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
Wabash Valley College is a public trade and career campus in Mount Carmel, Illinois, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Because it participates in Title IV federal aid programs, students here can use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help cover costs. The college's most-awarded programs are CNA classes, CDL/truck driving training, and diesel mechanic schools, with a total of five program families offered including CNC machining.
In recent federal data, the school reported 55 trade program completers. The statewide average completion rate for comparable programs is 58.4%, but this campus's own completion rate and its comparison to that state average are 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 mix of short, hands-on credentials — CNA, CDL, diesel mechanic, and CNC machining — tends to suit students seeking direct entry into a skilled trade rather than a multi-year degree, including adult learners changing careers, though the college does not publish schedule length or format details in this dataset. Located in a distant-town locale, it may serve students who prefer a smaller, regional setting. Prospective students should confirm accreditation status, program length, cost, and outcomes directly with the school at iecc.edu/wvc or through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Wabash Valley College offers CNA classes, CDL/truck driving training, diesel mechanic schools, and CNC machining programs, among five program families in total.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and holds active accreditation status.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's specific completion rate and its comparison to the state average are not reported for this campus in federal data. The statewide average completion rate is 58.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school at iecc.edu/wvc or check the College Scorecard 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 directly for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Wabash Valley College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition and state oversight compared to for-profit trade schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data; prospective students should ask the school directly about 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 at the College Scorecard link, collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?403487.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's programs, such as CNA, CDL, and diesel mechanic training, are typically short and skills-focused, which can suit adult career changers, though specific schedule and format details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements vary by program and are not detailed in this data; contact the school at iecc.edu/wvc to ask about certification requirements for CNA, CDL, or diesel programs.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Wabash Valley College by phone at 61839329825559 or visit its website at iecc.edu/wvc for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Direct comparison data with nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and outcomes across schools.
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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.