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William Rainey Harper College

Public Palatine, IL · Suburban · Great Lakes · 87% data reported · Agent Insights
47%
Graduation Rate
$48,071
Earnings (10yr)
$11,607
Net Price
9,313
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Overview

Over 9,300 students choose William Rainey Harper College for its affordable education, with a net price of just $11,607. This makes it a viable option for many seeking to minimize their college expenses while pursuing their academic goals.

Data from Opportunity Insights suggests that while graduation rates stand at 47%, the potential for upward mobility remains a crucial consideration. Graduates earn an average of $48,071 within ten years of completing their studies. This indicates that those who earn their degrees can achieve a comfortable living, even if the path to graduation may be challenging for some.

Students who thrive at Harper College often gravitate towards programs in Humanities, Health Professions, Business & Marketing, and Computer Science & IT. With a median debt of $10,184, this institution attracts individuals looking for practical skills that lead directly to employment. The college supports a diverse student body, including a 20% enrollment of Pell Grant recipients, making it accessible for many.

How William Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation47%Earnings 10yr$48KNet Price$12KRetention77%Median Debt$10KPell Grant Rate20%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$9K$0-30K$11K$30-48K$13K$48-75K$19K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$3,894
In-State Tuition
$11,874
Out-of-State
$11,607
Avg Net Price
$10,184
Median Debt
20%
Pell Grant Rate
2%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$9,446
Family Income $0–$30K
$10,501
Family Income $30K–$48K
$13,426
Family Income $48K–$75K
$18,676
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$40,035
6 Years After Entry
$44,949
8 Years
$48,071
10 Years
0.21x
Debt-to-Earnings
57%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$40,035 6yr $44,949 8yr $48,071 10yr

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.55
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.4%
Volunteering Rate
0.97
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 77%
Full-Time Faculty 36%
Faculty Salary (mo) $11,424
Diversity Index 0.69
First-Gen Students 47%

Top Programs

Humanities 44%
Health Professions 21%
Business & Marketing 7%
Precision Production 3%
Computer Science & IT 2%
Criminal Justice 2%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 2%
Visual & Performing Arts 1%

Quick Facts

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

Student Body

Female
58%
White
42%
Hispanic
33%
Black
5%
Asian
13%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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