All Lincoln College students in good academic and social standing will be accepted to Illinois College.
IIllinois College has been working to develop ways to serve students affected by the permanent closure of Lincoln College. Located in Lincoln, Illinois, the institution announced March 29 that it would close at the end of the semester in May.
IC is working with the Higher Learning Commission to develop a teach-out partnership for Lincoln College students that will maximize the credits they can transfer and make the transition easier so they can graduate on time. Additionally, special scholarships will be offered to support Lincoln College students..
Evan Wilson '01, associate vice president of enrollment management, said Lincoln College students will have access to one-on-one counseling to customize a plan for finishing their degree at IC.
“We know that this is an important time for Lincoln College students as they consider where to continue their academic career and we want students to feel welcome at IC,” Wilson said. “We will ensure Lincoln students who choose IC will have a smooth transfer process so they can continue their education uninterrupted and go on to do the amazing things they plan to do after graduation.”
Illinois College scholarships are renewable annually and eligibility for state and federal aid will be based on filing their FAFSA each year.
More information is available at ic.edu/LincolnCollege.
About Illinois College
Founded in 1829, Illinois College is a residential liberal arts college fostering academic excellence rooted in opportunities for experiential learning while preparing students for lifelong success. The college is located in Jacksonville, Illinois. With an enrollment of more than 1,000 students, the college offers over 50 undergraduate programs. In 1932 the society of Phi Beta Kappa established a chapter at Illinois College, and it remains one of only 11 in the state.
Illinois College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.
Visit www.ic.edu or call 217.245.3000 for more information.
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