by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow you’ll find the current tuition and fees at Blackburn College, plus how they compare to other colleges and a forward projection.
In the most recent reported year, tuition and fees at Blackburn College came in at $28,149 for the year for full-time undergrads. Note that the school does not charge a different rate for in-state students.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $28,149 |
| Fees | $0 |
| Total | $28,149 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and leave out room and board.
Keep in mind that many students qualify for financial aid and scholarships that cut the price they ultimately pay. These costs are the full sticker price.
How much would Blackburn College charge if you go part time? Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
For some context, here is how Blackburn College prices compare to peer schools. Each label reflects how the school sits versus the average of that group.
| Nationwide | In IL | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Average |
Against the nationwide average, Blackburn College is about average on cost.
Bear in mind that aid packages often lower the real cost well below these published figures. Check the Blackburn College Financial Aid page for more.
The table below shows how tuition at Blackburn College has trended over the last several reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $25,570 |
| Two Years Ago | $26,055 |
| One Year Ago | $26,758 |
| Most Recent Year | $28,149 |
The chart here shows how tuition at Blackburn has shifted across recent years.
From the prior year, tuition rose 5.2%. At the same pace next year, tuition + fees would be roughly $29,612 for the coming year.
Tuition generally rises year after year at most schools, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
See answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more context.
Over the reported years, tuition and fees grew at an average annual rate of 3.26%, which puts the figure next year near $29,067.
If that pace holds, here is what tuition and fees could look like over the next five years:
| Academic Year | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|
| Next Year | $29,067 |
| In 2 Years | $30,015 |
| In 3 Years | $30,994 |
| In 4 Years | $32,005 |
| In 5 Years | $33,049 |
When you map out how you’ll pay, build in these annual increases — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $122,081.
A tuition figure is only part of the conversation — scholarships and aid frequently cut what families actually pay.
For specifics on financial aid at Blackburn College, visit the Blackburn College Financial Aid page.
