Kishwaukee College’s spring enrollment increases to pre-pandemic levels

Increase likely aided by elimination of student fees, college president says

Kishwaukee College, 21193 Malta Road in Malta.

MALTA – Kishwaukee College recently announced that its enrollment grew by 15% for the spring semester, compared with last spring.

“Kish is pleased to report spring enrollment is now exceeding pre-pandemic levels,” Kishwaukee College President Laurie Borowicz said in a news release. “We believe the decisions the college has made are positively impacting enrollment, including the elimination of all student fees, which started this fiscal year.”

The enrollment increases are spread across the college’s programs. The college’s online enrollment also will increase for the spring semester.

“The college works incredibly hard to provide our community members with the education and support they need to meet their goals,” Kishwaukee College Board of Trustees Chair Bob Johnson said in the release. “Through thoughtful planning, Kish responds and adapts to the changing needs of our community. The continued enrollment increases are a positive signal we are providing the best opportunities for our students.”

Kishwaukee College annually serves 4,000 students and provides transfer programs, career-ready degrees and certificates, as well as fast-track programs.

For information, visit kish.edu.

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