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Morton College

Public Cicero, IL · Suburban · Great Lakes · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
30%
Graduation Rate
$42,406
Earnings (10yr)
$5,191
Net Price
2,640
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Overview

Morton College boasts a net price of just $5,191, making it one of the more affordable options for students seeking higher education. This low cost can significantly reduce the financial burden on students and their families, especially for those starting their careers or transitioning into new fields.

While the graduation rate stands at 30%, the Chetty/Opportunity Insights data for Morton College reveals that many students still find pathways to success after attending. Graduates earn a median salary of $42,406 a decade after enrollment, highlighting the potential for upward mobility despite the challenges. This earning potential can be particularly beneficial for students from low-income backgrounds, as 37% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a commitment to supporting those in need.

Students who thrive at Morton College often pursue programs in Humanities, Health Professions, Business & Marketing, Mechanic & Repair Tech, and Criminal Justice. With a median debt of only $8,000, graduates can enter the workforce with manageable financial obligations. This combination of affordability and targeted programs positions Morton College as a viable choice for students looking to jumpstart their careers without incurring significant debt.

Rankings

How Morton Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation30%Earnings 10yr$42KNet Price$5KRetention66%Median Debt$8KPell Grant Rate37%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$4K$0-30K$4K$30-48K$8K$48-75K

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%1957.4%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1314.5%MOBILITY257.31%

Cost & Financial Aid

$5,502
In-State Tuition
$12,414
Out-of-State
$5,191
Avg Net Price
$8,000
Median Debt
37%
Pell Grant Rate
1%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$4,006
Family Income $0–$30K
$4,347
Family Income $30K–$48K
$7,763
Family Income $48K–$75K

Graduate Outcomes

$34,053
6 Years After Entry
$39,955
8 Years
$42,406
10 Years
0.19x
Debt-to-Earnings
46%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$34,053 6yr $39,955 8yr $42,406 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

257.31%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1314.5%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1957.4%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$49,700
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.11
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
2.9%
Volunteering Rate
0.97
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 66%
Full-Time Faculty 36%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,855
Diversity Index 0.35
First-Gen Students 67%

Top Programs

Humanities 31%
Health Professions 23%
Business & Marketing 7%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 4%
Criminal Justice 3%
Computer Science & IT 2%
Visual & Performing Arts 1%
Legal Studies 1%

Quick Facts

Setting Suburban
Region Great Lakes
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Associate's

Student Body

Female
56%
White
6%
Hispanic
81%
Black
3%
Asian
1%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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