Morton College
- As a comprehensive community college, recognized by the Illinois Community College Board, Morton College's mission is to enhance the quality of life of our diverse community through exemplary teaching and learning opportunities, community service, and life-long learning.
School Highlights
Morton College serves 4,439 students (26% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the state community college average of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 52%.
Quick Stats (2022-23)
- Enrollment: 4,439 students
- In-state tuition: $7,604
- Out-state tuition: $9,652
- Student:teacher ratio: 16:1
- Minority enrollment: 95%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Morton College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
The teacher population of 271 teachers has grown by 171% over five years.
Morton College
(IL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Vocational & Technical-High Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
271 staff
239 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Morton College has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 has decreased from 46:1 over five years.
The Morton College diversity score of 0.25 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
4,439 students
3,107 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
# Full-Time Students
1,162 students
1,099 students
# Part-Time Students
3,277 students
2,008 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
136 students
% Asian
1%
5%
% Hispanic
86%
27%
% Black
3%
13%
% White
5%
48%
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
5%
3%
Diversity Score
0.25
0.68
College Completion Rate
18%
33%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,500
$32,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $7,604 is less than the state average of $8,158. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $9,652 is less than the state average of $10,899. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$7,604
$8,158
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,652
$10,899
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
75%
76%
Median Debt for Graduates
$7,750
$7,963
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,000
$4,549
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
SAT Reading
n/a
390
SAT Math
n/a
360
SAT Writing
n/a
355
ACT Composite
n/a
17
ACT English
n/a
17
ACT Math
n/a
17
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Morton College has made a considerable difference in the lives of thousands since opening in 1924. Morton was founded as a public junior college to further the higher education aspirations of students from Berwyn, Cicero, Forest View, Lyons, McCook, Stickney and other near western suburbs. Morton College was governed by the Morton High School Board of Trustees until voters formed an independent community college district in 1967. The current Morton College facility at 38th Street and Pershing Road in Cicero opened in 1975. The College acquired 12.5 acres of land adjacent to the campus' eastern boundary in November of 1994. The faculty and staff at Morton College believe that excellent customer service involves showing the students respect and providing accurate information. They show their commitment to the students by going "the extra mile" so they leave with the information they need. The Jedlicka Performing Arts Center seats 350 people and is used for all performances of the theatre and music departments, as well as for large group lectures and many community events. The Henry J. Vais Gymnasium is well-equipped and capable of accommodating up to 1,000 spectators. It also has a fitness center and a multipurpose loft.
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