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City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College

Public Chicago, IL · Urban · Great Lakes · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
27%
Graduation Rate
$36,531
Earnings (10yr)
$7,397
Net Price
4,207
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Overview

Just over 4,200 students are enrolled at City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College, where the net price for attending is an affordable $7,397. This makes it a competitive option for students seeking a low-cost pathway to higher education in the heart of Chicago.

The college's graduation rate stands at 27%, a figure that highlights the challenges many students face in completing their degrees. While specific mobility data isn't available, the college offers key programs in fields like Humanities, Business, Computer Science, and Engineering, which can enhance job prospects for graduates.

Graduates can expect to earn an average of $36,531 a decade after starting their studies. The median debt of $5,750 is manageable, especially for those who utilize Pell Grants, which are awarded to 36% of the student body. Students who thrive here tend to be those looking for a supportive environment to explore diverse fields and who are motivated to navigate the complexities of urban college life.

Rankings

How City Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation27%Earnings 10yr$37KNet Price$7KRetention59%Median Debt$6KPell Grant Rate36%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$7K$0-30K$7K$30-48K$9K$48-75K$12K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$4,590
In-State Tuition
$15,150
Out-of-State
$7,397
Avg Net Price
$5,750
Median Debt
36%
Pell Grant Rate
2%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$6,911
Family Income $0–$30K
$6,728
Family Income $30K–$48K
$9,347
Family Income $48K–$75K
$11,657
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$29,483
6 Years After Entry
$32,532
8 Years
$36,531
10 Years
0.16x
Debt-to-Earnings
38%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$29,483 6yr $32,532 8yr $36,531 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.95
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.03
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
4.5%
Volunteering Rate
0.82
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 59%
Full-Time Faculty 32%
Faculty Salary (mo) $13,133
Diversity Index 0.68
First-Gen Students 55%

Top Programs

Humanities 68%
Business & Marketing 6%
Computer Science & IT 1%
Visual & Performing Arts 1%
Engineering 1%
Communications 0%
Legal Studies 0%
Education 0%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
Region Great Lakes
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Associate's
Hispanic-Serving Yes

Student Body

Female
57%
White
11%
Hispanic
48%
Black
27%
Asian
6%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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