Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park
Tel:
(708)344-4700
School Highlights
- Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park serves 717 students (100% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the state community college average of 35:1.
- Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 40%.
- Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park is one of 28 community colleges within Cook County, IL.
- The nearest community college is Triton College (0.80 miles away).
School Overview
- The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 61% over five years.
| Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park | (IL) Community College Avg. | |
| Institution Level | At least 2 but less than 4 years | At least 2 but less than 4 years |
| Institution Control | Private, for profit | Public |
| Total Faculty | 34 staff | 123 staff |
| Number of Programs Offered | 6 | 7 |
| Total Enrollment | 717 students | 3,999 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 21:1 | 35:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 717 students | 1,386 students |
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| % Asian | 1% | 4% |
| % Hispanic | 54% | 16% |
| % Black | 21% | 14% |
| % White | 20% | 60% |
| % Two or more races | 2% | 1% |
| % Unknown races | 1% | 5% |
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| Diversity Score | 0.62 | 0.59 |
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| College Completion Rate | 61% | 25% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $43,400 | $32,200 |
| % Students Receiving Some Financial Aid | 96% | 83% |
| Median Debt for Graduates | $12,979 | $7,862 |
| Median Debt for Dropouts | $4,750 | $4,000 |
| Acceptance Rate | 100% | 79% |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
Nearby Schools
- College Location Mi. Students
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Chicago, IL 60612
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