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Lead the way to a brighter future today, whether you’re graduating high school, going back to college, or guiding a student through these important decisions.

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Your education is bigger than a classroom.

The impact of Blackburn College’s “four-year head start” will carry far into your future. But it starts with the relationships you build all across campus, from peers and professors to your work assignments and social activities. At Blackburn College, learning never stops.

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This is college -
plus so much more

As the only student-led college work program in the nation, Blackburn not only helps make higher education more affordable, it adds a whole new dimension to the college experience. You also get to develop professional skills that immediately apply to nearly any job after graduation

Discover the difference
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Intentional. Foundational. Transformational.

You’re not just a part of the student body. You’re a living, breathing part of Blackburn College. We’ve cultivated an inclusive environment where you can find community and belonging. And along with important life and work skills, you’ll forge friendships that last a lifetime.

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Learn
Students pulling frames covered with bees from a beehive
Your education is bigger than a classroom.

The impact of Blackburn College’s “four-year head start” will carry far into your future. But it starts with the relationships you build all across campus, from peers and professors to your work assignments and social activities. At Blackburn College, learning never stops.

Explore opportunities
Work
Student worker drilling a wooden frame to hang drywall while renovating an office on campus.
This is college -
plus so much more

As the only student-led college work program in the nation, Blackburn not only helps make higher education more affordable, it adds a whole new dimension to the college experience. You also get to develop professional skills that immediately apply to nearly any job after graduation

Discover the difference
Experience
Blackburn student, Amaris Charland, posing for a shot at the Ludlum Library. HELP
Intentional. Foundational. Transformational.

You’re not just a part of the student body. You’re a living, breathing part of Blackburn College. We’ve cultivated an inclusive environment where you can find community and belonging. And along with important life and work skills, you’ll forge friendships that last a lifetime.

Learn about Life at BC
Blackburn has truly been life-changing for me, and I will never forget all of the awesome experiences, people, and events I have encountered along the way. It is forever a part of my identity and it has shaped me as an individual in many positive ways. I love it and will always be grateful for what it has given me!

Admissions & Aid

As one of the most affordable private colleges in Illinois, Blackburn is more concerned about your future value than your current net worth. Get a head start on tomorrow by earning a more valuable degree today.

  • Our unique Work Program earns you tuition credits every week.
  • There are no “out of state” fees at Blackburn College, wherever you call home.
  • Our promise is to make a meaningful degree more attainable for you.

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Visit Blackburn Today

To understand the beauty of our 80-acre campus’ sustainable ecosystems or learn the charms of our rural setting, you have to see it yourself. Connect with one of our dedicated Admissions Counselors and plan your campus visit today!

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Beavers are Leaders.

With 17 athletic teams participating in our NCAA Division III teams, we host 100+ athletic events each year, all made possible by the hardest working student body we know. At Blackburn, every Beaver is committed to leading. On the field. In the classroom. In everything. Ready to go to work?

Go Beavers
  • Patrick Leonard on the Blackburn campus.

    Work Program “Played Big Role in My Success” – Patrick Leonard’s Internship with Play9 Sports

    October 23, 2024
  • People standing and saluting the Color Guard being presented during the Veterans Day Convocation in Clegg Chapel.

    Blackburn Invites Community to Join Annual Veterans Day Convocation on Monday, November 11

    October 18, 2024
  • Alumnus Paul James '67 was photographed with student-athletes near Marion Carlson's signature. James was influential in this project, which honored MC and her legacy at Blackburn.

    Blackburn College Celebrates Milestones with New Blackburn Athletic Center and M.C. Court

    October 17, 2024
  • November 22
    Friday, November 22 2024

    Singer-Songwriter Concert

    7:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • November 27
    Wednesday, November 27 2024 - Friday, November 29 2024

    Thanksgiving Holiday

    Nov 27 8:00 AM - Nov 29 5:00 PM
  • December 08
    Sunday, December 8 2024

    Christmas at Blackburn

    7:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Patrick Leonard on the Blackburn campus.

Work Program “Played Big Role in My Success” – Patrick Leonard’s Internship with Play9 Sports

October 23, 2024
People standing and saluting the Color Guard being presented during the Veterans Day Convocation in Clegg Chapel.

Blackburn Invites Community to Join Annual Veterans Day Convocation on Monday, November 11

October 18, 2024
Alumnus Paul James '67 was photographed with student-athletes near Marion Carlson's signature. James was influential in this project, which honored MC and her legacy at Blackburn.

Blackburn College Celebrates Milestones with New Blackburn Athletic Center and M.C. Court

October 17, 2024
Nov 22
Friday, November 22 2024

Singer-Songwriter Concert

7:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Nov 27
Wednesday, November 27 2024 - Friday, November 29 2024

Thanksgiving Holiday

Nov 27 8:00 AM - Nov 29 5:00 PM
Dec 08
Sunday, December 8 2024

Christmas at Blackburn

7:00 PM - 7:00 PM