Race & Ethnicity
Prairie State College has a diverse student body with 86% students of color and 7% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Prairie State College offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Prairie State College has a gender distribution of 59% female students and 41% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
41% of total enrollment
59% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Prairie State College serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 19% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 19% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Age Diversity Insights
19%
Traditional Age (18-21)
19%
Non-Traditional (25+)
0%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Prairie State College attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 7% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 210% in-state residents, -117% out-of-state students, and 7% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
210% of student body
7% of student body
States Represented
4 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
86%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
59%
Female Students
Global Reach
7%
International
Age Diversity
19%
Non-Traditional Age