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Blackburn Named Top Bachelor’s College in Illinois, Ranked 20th Nationally By Washington Monthly

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Blackburn Ranked #1 in Illinois

Blackburn College has earned top honors in Washington Monthly’s 2025 college guide, ranking as the #1 bachelor’s college in Illinois and 20th in the nation, reflecting the College’s historic mission to provide access and deliver transformative educational experiences for students from all economic and social backgrounds.

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Labor Day Holiday – Administrative and Academic Offices Closed, No classes held

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