Danville Area Community College

Overview

Danville Area Community College (DACC), situated in Danville, Illinois, is a public two-year institution offering a range of degree and certificate programs. The campus imparts a suburban atmosphere and operates mainly as a commuter school with no on-campus housing facilities provided to students. Founded in 1946, DACC has a rich history of serving the educational needs of both traditional and non-traditional students in East Central Illinois and nearby Indiana. Located approximately 35 miles east of Urbana-Champaign, home to the University of Illinois, DACC provides a conducive environment for learning with its student-centric facilities and a faculty committed to teaching and mentoring. Known for its accessible admission policy, the college attracts students seeking a flexible and varied academic curriculum. One of the hallmarks of DACC's academic profile includes its nursing and health care programs, which have garnered attention for their comprehensive training and preparedness for work in the medical field.

Danville Area Community College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  755 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,169 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $7,800 plus fees of $850.