The College of Office Technology is a private post secondary educational institution which offers quality
technical programs. These programs prepare students for careers in Computer Operations, Computer Network
Technology, Administrative Medical Assisting and phlebotomy and assists students in developing their
abilities to function effectively in today’s changing business environment.
School Highlights
The College of Office Technology served 115 students (100% of students were full-time).
Minority enrollment was 96% of the student body (majority Black), which was more than the state average of 47%.
School Overview
The College of Office Technology
(IL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
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
24 staff
239 staff
Number of Programs Offered
8
6
Student Body
Total Enrollment
115 students
2,581 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
# Full-Time Students
115 students
898 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
1,683 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
40 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
115 students
944 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
22 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
1,844 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
132 students
% Asian
2%
5%
% Hispanic
22%
24%
% Black
72%
12%
% White
4%
53%
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
2%
Diversity Score
0.43
0.64
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
75%
24%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
1.54%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$22,000
$31,500
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
54%
79%
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,500
$6,130
Median Debt for Dropouts
$3,167
$3,500
Acceptance Rate
n/a
89%
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: 2015 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
The College's learning environment features the latest in office
equipment. Included in the education department are eight computer
labs, four keyboarding labs, six lecture rooms, one computer repair
lab, one medical classroom, a library, and a conference room. The
educational programs we offer prepare students for employment
success through extensive hands-on training and comprehensive
curriculum. The faculty of The College of Office Technology
consists of academic specialists who have significant experience in
the business world. Faculty members have achieved at least the
Bachelor's Degree, with many reaching the Master's or Doctor's
level. The faculty understands that job readiness requires basic
academic skills and personal development in addition to technical
skills. In December 1985, the Accrediting Council for Independent
Colleges and Schools (ACICS), an accrediting agency nationally
recognized by the United States Department of Education, accredited
ACTI. This accreditation led to approval by the U.S. Department of
Education for the use of Title IV Financial Aid Programs. In
October 1996, the College established a computer technology program
to train individuals to meet the challenges of the computer
industry. In October 1997, the College established the Medical
Office Assistant program to provide graduates with the skills and
knowledge to qualify for various medical office careers. These
programs have been accredited and approved by the Accrediting
Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) and by the
Illinois State Board of Education.
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Did You Know?
For Cook County, IL public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $8,645 per year for in-state students and $9,960 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $13,659 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.
