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City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College

Public Chicago, IL · Urban · Great Lakes · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
27%
Graduation Rate
$37,962
Earnings (10yr)
$7,886
Net Price
2,789
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Overview

The graduation rate at City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College stands at just 27%. This figure highlights the challenges many students face in completing their degrees. However, for those who do graduate, the potential for earning offers a silver lining.

Ten years after enrolling, graduates earn a median salary of $37,962. While the data on economic mobility and success rates for students from low-income backgrounds is not available, the earnings and low median debt of $4,500 suggest that there is room for advancement for some graduates. The school's Pell Grant rate of 19% indicates that a portion of the student body relies on federal aid to support their education.

With a net price of $7,886, City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College presents an affordable option for students seeking education in fields like construction trades, humanities, computer science, and health professions. The college serves a diverse body of students, many of whom thrive in practical, hands-on programs that align with the job market's needs.

Rankings

How City Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation27%Earnings 10yr$38KNet Price$8KRetention63%Median Debt$5KPell Grant Rate19%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$7K$0-30K$7K$30-48K$10K$48-75K

Cost & Financial Aid

$4,590
In-State Tuition
$15,150
Out-of-State
$7,886
Avg Net Price
$4,500
Median Debt
19%
Pell Grant Rate
0%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$6,925
Family Income $0–$30K
$7,224
Family Income $30K–$48K
$10,110
Family Income $48K–$75K

Graduate Outcomes

$31,509
6 Years After Entry
$34,520
8 Years
$37,962
10 Years
0.12x
Debt-to-Earnings
45%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$31,509 6yr $34,520 8yr $37,962 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

0.77
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.03
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
2.5%
Volunteering Rate
0.80
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 63%
Full-Time Faculty 25%
Faculty Salary (mo) $12,289
Diversity Index 0.46
First-Gen Students 61%

Top Programs

Construction Trades 38%
Humanities 26%
Precision Production 6%
Computer Science & IT 4%
Health Professions 3%
Criminal Justice 1%
Business & Marketing 1%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 1%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
Region Great Lakes
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Certificate
Hispanic-Serving Yes

Student Body

Female
57%
White
14%
Hispanic
71%
Black
12%
Asian
1%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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