Blackburn student, Miriam Wali-Uddin, posing for shot while studying at the Lumpkin Library.

Information for High School Counselors

High School Counselors

Welcome, Counselors!

At Blackburn, we know school counselors play a big role in helping students take the next step in their academic adventure. Whether it’s spending time helping students find the right college for them, helping with the application process, or encouraging them to seek a brighter future, Blackburn is here to help you and your students along this journey.

This page serves as a resource for all high school counselors. If you have any further questions, feel free to reach out to anyone on our Admissions Team!

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Admissions Events

Nov 07
Saturday, November 07, 2026

Admissions Fall Open House Event – November

9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

May 17
Monday, May 17, 2027

Administrative Holiday

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

News

Sep 29, 2026
People walking Blackburn's campus in front of Jewell Hall
Discover Life as a Blackburn College Student at Upcoming Fall Open House Events October 12 and November 7 Office of Marketing & Public Relations / Announcements
Sep 28, 2026
Blackburn College rankings in U.S. News and Washington Monthly for Fall 2026
Blackburn Earns National Recognition from U.S. News and Washington Monthly Office of Marketing & Public Relations / Announcements
Aug 24, 2026
Blackburn College Ludlum Sign - Where Leaders Rise
Blackburn College Marks Third Consecutive Year of Enrollment Growth Office of Marketing & Public Relations / Announcements
Sep 30, 2025
Blackburn ranks as a Best Regional College Midwest and Top 10 Performer in Social Mobility in US News 2026 Best Colleges Guide
Blackburn Named to U.S. News’ “Best Regional Colleges Midwest” List, Earns Top-Ten Ranking for Social Mobility Office of Marketing & Public Relations / Press Releases
Sep 23, 2025
Blackburn College Ranked #1 in Illinois and #20 Nationally by Washington Monthly
Blackburn Named Top Bachelor’s College in Illinois, Ranked 20th Nationally By Washington Monthly Office of Marketing & Public Relations / Press Releases
Sep 15, 2025
Stephanie Aragon, Head Flag Football Coach
Stephanie Aragon Named Blackburn’s First Head Women’s Flag Football Coach Office of Marketing & Public Relations / Announcements
May 16, 2025
Large group of alumni, current students, faculty and staff gather on Jaenke Patio at the start of Beautification Day
Blackburn’s Beautification Day: Unique College Tradition Forging Lifelong Bonds Office of Marketing & Public Relations / Features
May 14, 2025
Two women playing flag football inside indoor athletic facility
Blackburn to Launch Women’s Flag Football Program in 2026-2027 Office of Marketing & Public Relations / Press Releases
Apr 25, 2025
Blackburn College biology students in the field for a Rocket-Netting workshop at the IL Wildlife Conference
Blackburn Students Experience Hands-On Education at Illinois Wildlife Society Conference Office of Marketing & Public Relations / News
Apr 08, 2025
Blackburn business students participate in labor negotiation event
Blackburn Business Students Participate in “Deal or No Deal: Management vs. Labor Negotiation” Event Office of Marketing & Public Relations / Features