Northwestern College-Chicago Campus
School Highlights
- Northwestern College-Chicago Campus serves 425 students (53% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the state community college average of 35:1.
- Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 40%.
- Northwestern College-Chicago Campus is one of 28 community colleges within Cook County, IL.
- The nearest community college to Northwestern College-Chicago Campus is City Colleges of Chicago-Wilbur Wright College (1.6 miles away).
Top Placements
Northwestern College-Chicago Campus places among the top 20% of community colleges in Illinois for:
- Category Attribute
- Diversity Diversity in US community colleges
- Diversity Average community college minority breakdown
School Overview
- The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
| Northwestern College-Chicago Campus | (IL) Community College Avg. | |
| Carnegie Classification | Associate of Arts Colleges | Baccalaureate / Associates Colleges |
| Institution Level | Less than 2 yrs | At least 2 but less than 4 years |
| Institution Control | Public | Public |
| Total Faculty | 59 staff | 123 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 425 students | 3,999 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 7:1 | 35:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 224 students | 1,386 students |
| # Part-Time Students | 201 students | 2,613 students |
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| % American Indian/Alaskan | 3% | - |
| % Asian | 2% | 4% |
| % Hispanic | 27% | 16% |
| % Black | 49% | 14% |
| % White | 16% | 60% |
| % Two or more races | 2% | 1% |
| % Unknown races | 1% | 5% |
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| Diversity Score | 0.66 | 0.59 |
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| College Completion Rate | 27% | 25% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $31,800 | $31,800 |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- With three campuses conveniently serving more than 2100 students in the greater Chicago area, Northwestern Business College provides a solid, career-focused education in some of the fastest growing professions. In as little as one to two years, NBC students can earn their certificate or degree and begin working in their chosen fields. Founded in 1902 to provide men and women with the specialized training necessary for a successful career in business and to support Chicago's rapidly growing business community, NBC continues to pursue the basic principles of its founder: to meet the needs of students who are career-oriented. The Professional and Continuing Education Center offers non-credit courses focusing on professions regulated by the state. These courses provide training and education that prepares you to earn or maintain your license as a real estate agent, property appraiser, home inspector, or insurance agent. Northwestern Business College offers focused programs that target the nation's fastest growing careers. Many NBC students have to balance work, school, family, and other obligations. We offer day, evening and weekend classes, allowing you maximum options for completing your coursework. Northwestern Business College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Nearby Schools
- The nearest community college to Northwestern College-Chicago Campus is City Colleges of Chicago-Wilbur Wright College (1.6 miles away).
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(773)777-7900 1.6012,146 - Saint Augustine CollegePrivate, non-profit1,529 students | 5.00 Mi1333-45 W. Argyle St.
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Chicago, IL 60640
(773)907-4000 5.2010,601 - Triton CollegePublic11,577 students | 5.60 Mi2000 5th Ave
River Grove, IL 60171
(708)456-0300 5.6011,577 - Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose ParkPrivate, for profit717 students | 5.80 Mi8317 W North Avenue
Melrose Park, IL 60160
(708)344-4700 5.80717
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