MacCormac College
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(312)922-1884
School Highlights
- MacCormac College serves 216 students (44% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the state community college average of 35:1.
- Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 40%.
- MacCormac College is one of 28 community colleges within Cook County, IL.
- The nearest community college to MacCormac College is Taylor Business Institute (0.2 miles away).
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MacCormac College places among the top 20% of community colleges in Illinois for:
- Category Attribute
- Diversity Average community college minority breakdown
School Overview
- The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
| MacCormac College | (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, non-profit | Public |
| Total Faculty | 12 staff | 123 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 216 students | 3,999 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 18:1 | 35:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 95 students | 1,386 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 121 students | 2,613 students |
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| % Asian | 6% | 4% |
| % Hispanic | 18% | 16% |
| % Black | 61% | 14% |
| % White | 15% | 60% |
| % Non Resident races | - | - |
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| Diversity Score | 0.57 | 0.59 |
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| College Completion Rate | 16% | 25% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $31,000 | $31,800 |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- While MacCormac has been known primarily as a business college for decades, the school has also revolutionized instruction in Law programs such as Court Reporting (the oldest Court Reporting program in the United States) and Paralegal Studies (approved by the American Bar Association). MacCormac has always been known for its ability to adapt to changing times, and in recent years has added such programs as Entrepreneurship Studies and Criminal Justice to its curricular offerings. At MacCormac, we can offer you personalized attention, day or evening classes, education geared towards stable and growing job opportunities, and a convenient downtown Chicago location. MacCormac College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, North Central Association.
Nearby Schools
- The nearest community college to MacCormac College is Taylor Business Institute (0.2 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- Taylor Business InstitutePrivate, for profit176 students | 0.20 Mi180 N WABASH AVE FL 5
Chicago, IL 60601
(312)658-5100 0.20176 - 9,392 students | 0.30 Mi30 E Lake St
Chicago, IL 60601
(312)553-5600 0.309,392 - Robert Morris University IllinoisPrivate, non-profit3,205 students | 0.40 Mi401 S State Street
Chicago, IL 60605
(312)935-6800 0.403,205 - East-West UniversityPrivate, non-profit555 students | 0.70 Mi816 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60605
(312)939-0111 0.70555 - Coyne CollegePrivate, for profit611 students | 1.20 Mi330 North Green Street
Chicago, IL 60607
(773)577-8100 1.20611
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