Educating the Workforce Several colleges, universities and vocational schools are located in Springfield & Sangamon County. These higher education institutions provide a highly skilled talent pipeline and specialized workforce for our employers. Our community is home to: University of Illinois Springfield The University of Illinois Springfield provides a uniquely student-centered educational experience both in and out of the classroom through active learning, meaningful research and impactful civic engagement that prepares graduates to contribute fully to society. One University Plaza, Springfield | (217) 206-6600 | www.uis.edu Southern Illinois University School of Medicine SIU School of Medicine was established in 1970 with a mission to educate physicians to remain in central and southern Illinois. SIU’s 270 physicians treat patients throughout the region through multidisciplinary clinics. 801 N. Rutledge St., Springfield | (217) 545-8000 | www.siumed.edu Lincoln Land Community College Lincoln Land Community College (LLCC) is a comprehensive community college serving 13,800 individuals annually through credit and non-credit courses. 5250 Shepherd Rd, Springfield | (217) 786-2200 | www.llcc.edu St. John's College of Nursing St. John's College offers upper division baccalaureate nursing degree programs for students who have completed the prerequisite liberal arts and science courses at any accredited college or university and two master's degree programs. 729 East Carpenter St, Springfield | (217)525-5628 | www.sjcs.edu Midwest Technical Institute Since opening its doors, Midwest Technical Institute (MTI) has provided students with the skills to succeed through a diverse, innovative mix of mechanical trades and allied health programs. 2731 Farmers Market Rd, Springfield | (800) 814-5124 | www.midwesttech.edu Capital Area Career Center CACC provides vocational and technical career training for high school, community college and adult students in 15 program areas that offer college credits and professional certification opportunities. 2201 Toronto Rd, Springfield | (217) 529-5431 | www.capital.tec.il.us Top 30 Graduated Degree Programs ***2017/2018 Academic School Year. SIU School of Medicine medical doctor graduates have been excluded. DEGREE TYPE CERTIFICATES AND ASSOCIATES BACHELOR AWARDS POSTGRADUATE AWARDS TOTAL AWARDS Computer Science 0 131 338 469 Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 411 23 0 434 Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 344 0 0 344 Business Administration and Management, General 7 112 45 164 Biological and Physical Sciences 160 0 0 160 Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 87 61 0 148 Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 144 0 0 144 Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst 0 9 132 141 Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 139 0 0 139 Welding Technology/Welder 139 0 0 139 Medical/Clinical Assistant 133 0 0 133 General Studies 132 0 0 132 Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor 120 0 0 120 Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician 92 0 0 92 Accounting 2 57 32 91 Psychology, General 0 62 0 62 Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 59 0 0 59 Public Administration 0 1 49 50 Communication, General 0 44 5 49 Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 42 0 0 42 Political Science and Government, General 0 22 20 42 Dental Assisting/Assistant 41 0 0 41 Biology/Biological Sciences, General 0 36 3 39 Environmental Studies 0 8 28 36 Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician 34 0 0 34 Public Health, General 0 5 29 34 Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager 34 0 0 34 Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 0 33 0 33 English Language and Literature, General 0 24 7 31 Social Work 0 31 0 31