What division is Blackburn?

Blackburn competes at the NCAA Division III level in the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC).

What GPA do you need for Blackburn?

The average GPA at Blackburn is 3.3. A competitive GPA is recommended for this program.

How big is Blackburn?

Blackburn has an enrollment of approximately 471 students in a small_town setting.

What is the acceptance rate at Blackburn?

Blackburn has an acceptance rate of 63%.

How do I get recruited to play at Blackburn?

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Blackburn

Carlinville, ILD-IIISt. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC)

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NCAA Division III

Division

471

Enrollment

3.3

Avg GPA

63%

Acceptance

58%

Graduation

67%

Retention

Blackburn is a NCAA Division III program competing in the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC). Located in Carlinville, IL with an enrollment of 471 students. Average GPA: 3.3. Acceptance rate: 63%. Graduation rate: 58%. Small Town campus setting. Variable climate. Explore football, basketball, and track & field recruiting data, coaching staff, and Fit Score matching on RawRecruit.

Last updated: April 2026

Academics

Avg GPA

3.3

Graduation

58%

Acceptance

63%

Student:Faculty

11:1

Retention

67%

Campus & Location

Setting

Small Town

Climate

Variable

Median Earnings

$36,665

Coaching Staff4 coaches across all sports

See all 4 coaches with emails, phone numbers, and social media

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About Blackburn Athletics

Blackburn is a NCAA Division III athletic program located in Carlinville, IL, competing in the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SLIAC). With an enrollment of 471 students, Blackburn offers a small, close-knit campus environment for student-athletes. Whether you're a football player, basketball player, or track & field athlete, Blackburn has programs and coaching staff across multiple sports.

The average GPA for athletes at Blackburn is 3.3. The school maintains a 58% graduation rate.

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