Parkland College is a public community college located in Champaign, Illinois, USA, established in 1966. It serves Community College District 505 and offers more than 130 degree and certificate programs, including transfer programs to four-year universities and career-focused technical courses.

• Type: Public Community College
• Campus: ~233 acres
• Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission
• Student Enrollment: ~9,000 annually
• Degrees Offered: Associate degrees (AA, AS, AAS, etc.)

The college is well known for affordability, transfer pathways, and workforce training programs.

📊 Ranking Details

🌍 National & State Rankings

• #1,385 Best Colleges in the U.S. (2025) – College Factual
• #56 Best Colleges in Illinois
• Improved from #1,439 previously, showing upward progress

🏫 Other Ranking Sources

• Ranked around #2,066 nationally (Best-Business-Colleges.com)
• Ranked #72 in Illinois for business-related programs
• Recognized among top community colleges for specific technical programs

🎯 Subject / Program Rankings

• Vehicle Maintenance & Repair – highest ranked major
• Strong rankings in:
  • Nursing & Health Professions
  • Agricultural Business
  • Digital Arts & Media
  • Technical & Trade Programs