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Illinois College Men's Swimming and Diving

Illinois College (IC) · Jacksonville, Illinois · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate78%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate64%finish within six years
Undergraduates942Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty12 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Illinois College Men's Swimming and Diving coaches

Coaches at Illinois College who recruit Men's Swimming and Diving, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Illinois College competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division III
Conference
Midwest Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
illinoiscollegeathletics.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 883–1180
ACTMiddle 50%: 19–26

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Popular majors

AccountingAgricultural Business and Management, GeneralArt/Art Studies, GeneralBehavioral NeuroscienceBiochemistryBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
12 : 1
Graduation rate
64% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$37,976
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$17,255
Campus

Where it is

Illinois College in Jacksonville.

Location
Jacksonville, Illinois
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Presbyterian Church (USA)
Time zone
Central
Website
ic.edu
Overview

About Illinois College Men's Swimming and Diving

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Christopher Sykes is the Head Swimming & Diving Coach for Illinois College Men's Swimming and Diving. Illinois College (IC) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Swimming and Diving as a member of the Midwest Conference. Illinois College is a small private school in Jacksonville, Illinois with 942 undergraduates, a 78% acceptance rate and an average net price of $17,255 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Illinois College Men's Swimming and Diving

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Christopher Sykes, the Head Swimming & Diving Coach. Illinois College has 1 coach for Men's Swimming and Diving, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your best times in your events, or your dive list and scores in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
  3. Send your videoInclude links to your verified times on SwimCloud, with the link near the top so Christopher can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Illinois College typically score 883–1180 on the SAT and 19–26 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Illinois College staff after a week, and again after your next meet with updated results.
Questions

Illinois College Men's Swimming and Diving FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Illinois College D3?

Yes. Illinois College competes in NCAA Division III Men's Swimming and Diving, in the Midwest Conference.

Is Illinois College public or private?

Illinois College is a private nonprofit school in Jacksonville, Illinois.

What conference is Illinois College Men's Swimming and Diving in?

The Midwest Conference.

Does Illinois College offer athletic scholarships for Men's Swimming and Diving?

No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.

How many coaches does Illinois College Men's Swimming and Diving have?

1 coach, led by Christopher Sykes, the Head Swimming & Diving Coach.

How much does Illinois College cost?

In-state tuition is $37,976 and out-of-state tuition is $37,976 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,255.

What is the Illinois College acceptance rate?

78% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Illinois College?

Admitted students typically score 883–1180 on the SAT and 19–26 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Illinois College Men's Swimming and Diving coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.