Blackburn College
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U.S. News & World Report ranked Blackburn #10 in the 2020 Top Performers on Social Mobility among National Liberal Arts Schools
Welcome to blackburn!
Nothing beats visiting the Blackburn College campus in-person, but this is the next best thing! Here you will find virtual options to explore Blackburn a little deeper and engage with our community.
As part of the Virtual Experience, you will get to hear student stories, learn about life on campus, and discover why Blackburn is the perfect fit for you!
A welcome message from President Mark L. Biermann.
MEET YOUR COUNSELORS
At Blackburn, we believe in the importance of providing personal attention to each individual. For prospective students and families, your Admissions counselor is the first contact for all questions.
What Makes Blackburn Unique?
CAREER-FOCUSED
Blackburn offers an exceptional education inside and out of the classroom, helping you build core skills and a complete resume by the time you graduate.
PERSONAL ATTENTION
You are not just a number at Blackburn - you will have a supportive community where professors, coaches, and staff are all invested in your success.
ENGAGING CAMPUS
The best of both worlds - a great location with a hometown feel and easy access to larger cities; there are so many ways to explore your interests!
CREATING OPPORTUNITY
Blackburn is the most affordable private college in Illinois - you are able to graduate with less debt and get a head start on your career.
What is the
Work Program?
Work Program?
Blackburn has the only student-managed Work Program in the world. As part of the Work Program, you will develop the critical leadership, problem solving and management skills that employers are searching for. There’s a reason Blackburn has a 100% placement rate for graduates (Class of 2019).
Not only that, but you will receive a $5,000 credit every year to reduce your tuition expenses. There are more than 150 positions — including jobs with the Business Office, Campus Maintenance, Campus Safety, Student Life and Technology Services — where you will help run day-to-day operations for the college. Find out where your hard work will take you in the Work Program!
Life On Campus
Students own and impact Blackburn like no other college or university. With an 11:1 student to faculty ratio, you will have an active learning environment and a supportive community dedicated to your success.
There are so many different options on campus for you to connect with your classmates and enjoy life at Blackburn! Activities can range anywhere from game nights, live performances, Platinum Bingo (a Blackburn staple!), and there's even a Free Movie Month at the theater in town. Student clubs and organization include:
Blackburn Players - theatre club
Black Student Union
Habitat for Humanity
LAN Lounge - computer club
Lethologica - creative writing club
Multicultural Expressions
Spectrum - LGBTQIA+ club
Sustainability Club - environment
AND MORE!
Academics
Blackburn offers over 40 areas of study in fields ranging from accounting and art to cybersecurity and sports management. No matter which path you choose, you'll discover skills and refine talents preparing for the life you've always dreamed of!
BIOLOGY
EDUCATION
BUSINESS
JUSTICE
Athletics
Blackburn offers 13 NCAA Division III sports and is a charter member of the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC). The Woodward Fitness Center is located next to Dawes Gymnasium. The $1.7 million renovated facility opened in 2017. The facility is open to all students and will meet your fitness needs. Want Blackburn to recruit you? Please contact the coaching staff.
Next Steps
YOUR ROADMAP IS WAITING
Email admissions@blackburn.edu or call (217) 854-5517 with any questions!