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Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, Illinois · Public community college
Address: 2500 Carlyle Ave, Belleville, IL 62221 · Phone: (618) 235-2700 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Southwestern Illinois College is a public trade and career school in Belleville, IL offering CNA classes, welding, and EMT training, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Southwestern Illinois College has a 36.5% completion rate, below the state average of 58.4%, with median graduate debt of $6,908 and median earnings of $36,884 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Southwestern Illinois College; contact the school for current tuition. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here, and about 24.7% 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 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,890 | $51,320 | $61,520 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $36,420 | $42,260 | $49,640 |
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $46,460 | $81,680 | $126,500 |
| Electricians | $49,240 | $99,560 | $117,460 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $46,690 | $77,410 | $96,030 |
| Machinists | $38,390 | $58,520 | $65,620 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $58,880 | $75,000 | $79,560 |
| Medical assistants | $36,400 | $46,090 | $49,460 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $59,350 | $79,930 | $97,950 |
| Medical records specialists | $38,890 | $56,440 | $64,360 |
| Phlebotomists | $37,370 | $46,010 | $49,720 |
| Massage therapists | $33,770 | $60,490 | $77,550 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $40,330 | $58,830 | $73,620 |
| Pharmacy technicians | $36,550 | $46,650 | $49,150 |
| Construction laborers | $38,880 | $60,690 | $95,240 |
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 | 232 | $15,947 | $19,144 | $3,500 |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 135 | not reported | $21,964 | $5,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 52 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 38 | $15,947 | $19,144 | $3,500 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 31 | $44,584 | $43,087 | $8,550 |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 31 | not reported | $32,321 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Associate degree | 29 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 25 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, under 300 hours | 24 | not reported | $21,964 | $5,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 21 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Associate degree | 17 | $56,142 | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 15 | not reported | $21,964 | $5,500 |
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 15 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 13 | $39,135 | $30,554 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 12 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 12 | not reported | $33,993 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 11 | $26,669 | $26,353 | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 11 | $37,204 | $32,711 | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 10 | $26,669 | $26,353 | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 9 | $39,135 | $30,554 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate degree | 8 | not reported | $33,993 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 5 | $44,584 | $43,087 | $8,550 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | $21,964 | $5,500 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | $21,508 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | $21,508 | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | 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
Southwestern Illinois College is a public trade and career-training campus located in Belleville, IL, a large suburb. The school participates in federal Title IV financial aid, so students may use FAFSA and Pell Grants to help pay for programs. It holds accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission along with program-specific accreditors including the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Among its 37 program offerings across fields such as CNA classes, welding, EMT training, aviation mechanics, electrician training, HVAC, CNC machining, and more, the most-awarded programs are CNA classes (232 completers), welding (159), and EMT & paramedic training (61).
Looking at outcomes data, the campus completion rate is 36.5%, below the state average of 58.4%. Median debt among graduates is $6,908, and median earnings 10 years after entry are $36,884. About 24.7% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
With a large undergraduate enrollment of 5,675 and 825 trade program completers, this campus offers a mix of short certificate programs and longer credentialed tracks across health, skilled trades, and technical fields, which may suit both new students and adult career-changers, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and review full outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard, and contact the school directly for tuition and enrollment details.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Southwestern Illinois College offers 37 programs across fields including CNA classes, welding, EMT training, aviation mechanics, electrician training, HVAC, CNC machining, and more. The top programs by completions are CNA classes (232), welding (159), and EMT & paramedic training (61).
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited. It holds accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission, as well as program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, 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 use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 24.7% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate at this campus is 36.5%, which is below the state average of 58.4%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates of this campus is $6,908, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are $36,884, per the 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) 235-2700 or visit https://www.swic.edu/ for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Southwestern Illinois College is a public institution, which often means lower tuition for in-state residents compared to private for-profit schools, though specific costs are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school directly to ask about the duration of specific programs like CNA, welding, or EMT training.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and the program-specific accreditors listed, and review federal outcome data directly at the College Scorecard: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?143215.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers a range of certificate and technical programs in fields like healthcare, welding, and emergency medical services, which may appeal to career-changers, though specific program lengths and schedules are not reported here. Contact the school to discuss fit for your situation.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Southwestern Illinois College at (618) 235-2700 or visit their website at https://www.swic.edu/ for application information.
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. You can use the College Scorecard link (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?143215) to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across schools.
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.