High School Counselor Information
	Welcome to Illinois College!   We are excited you have shown interest in finding out more about our historical hilltop campus! As a high school counselor, we know you are dedicated in providing the best service to your students. We thank you for all that you do for them and for us. Illinois College is always here for you if you have any questions about our campus. We hope you will find the information below helpful. Of course, we always welcome a call or email from you. You may contact us at 866.464.5265 or admissions@ic.edu.   If you would like to contact the admission counselor for your high school directly, you may find their contact information under the Admission Counselor tab.   We look forward to growing our relationship with you and your high school.   True Blue!   Office of Admission

	Admission Process
	The Admission Committee reviews each applicant's academic record, extracurricular activities, recommendations and personal essay for evidence of academic and intellectual integrity, the ability to communicate effectively and the ability to foster tolerance and respect for fellow members of the Illinois College community. The admission process is selective, with only those students with a strong likelihood of success being offered admission. Important Deadlines :: Early Action Admission - December 15 :: Regular Admission - March 15 :: FAFSA Submission - March 1* :: Candidate Reply Date - May 1 *Illinois students should submit as early as possible following January 1   Requirements for Admission :: Complete and submit FREE application for admission :: Submit official high school transcript :: Submit Secondary School Report (completed by high school counselor) :: Submit ACT or SAT* *Illinois College is an ACT/SAT test score optional school. Students who feel that their scores do not match their academic ability may select optional. However, if a student is admitted and does plan to enroll, we require the submission of the scores for course placement.   Campus Visits We encourage all students to visit the campus. Personal or Preview Day visits are available throughout the fall and spring semesters. High school counselor visits are welcomed as well.

	True Facts
	Here are True Facts about Illinois College.   :: Founded 1829 :: First college in Illinois :: Located in Jacksonville, Ill. :: Four-year, private, liberal arts :: Phi Beta Kappa :: Student population of 1,000 :: 28 states, 21 countries :: 45 areas of study    :: Most popular - biology, education, business, communication :: 11:1 student faculty ratio :: 16 average class size :: DIII Athletics    :: Midwest Conference :: Faculty-Student research focus    :: Endangered orchid recovery program :: Community service - over 40,000 hours last year :: Leadership Program :: Convocation series :: Top 50 best liberal arts college in nation by Washington Monthly Magazine :: 2012 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll :: 2012 College Access and Opportunity Guide :: 2012 Tree Campus USA College :: The American College & University Presidents' Climate Commitment :: Starhill Forest Arboretum