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City Colleges of Chicago-Wilbur Wright College

Public Chicago, IL · Urban · Great Lakes · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
32%
Graduation Rate
$41,625
Earnings (10yr)
$6,375
Net Price
4,372
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Overview

Graduates from City Colleges of Chicago-Wilbur Wright College earn an average of $41,625 ten years after enrollment. This figure reflects the college's focus on practical programs that prepare students for the workforce, particularly in fields like Computer Science, Engineering, and Legal Studies.

Data from Chetty/Opportunity Insights indicates that while specific mobility metrics are not available, the college serves a diverse student body, with 26% of students receiving Pell Grants. This suggests that many students come from low-income backgrounds, and the college plays a vital role in providing educational access and opportunities in the Chicago area.

The net price for attending Wilbur Wright College is $6,375, and the median debt for graduates stands at $6,500. This combination of affordability and manageable debt levels makes it an attractive option for students seeking to enter the job market without significant financial burdens. Students who thrive here typically value hands-on learning and are looking for practical skills that lead directly to employment.

Rankings

How City Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation32%Earnings 10yr$42KNet Price$6KRetention72%Median Debt$7KPell Grant Rate26%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$6K$0-30K$6K$30-48K$8K$48-75K

Cost & Financial Aid

$4,590
In-State Tuition
$15,150
Out-of-State
$6,375
Avg Net Price
$6,500
Median Debt
26%
Pell Grant Rate
1%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$5,645
Family Income $0–$30K
$5,916
Family Income $30K–$48K
$7,930
Family Income $48K–$75K

Graduate Outcomes

$33,808
6 Years After Entry
$38,987
8 Years
$41,625
10 Years
0.16x
Debt-to-Earnings
49%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$33,808 6yr $38,987 8yr $41,625 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.03
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.07
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
3.1%
Volunteering Rate
0.89
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 72%
Full-Time Faculty 27%
Faculty Salary (mo) $13,431
Diversity Index 0.56
First-Gen Students 57%

Top Programs

Humanities 62%
Computer Science & IT 9%
Engineering 6%
Precision Production 5%
Legal Studies 2%
Criminal Justice 2%
Health Professions 1%
Business & Marketing 1%