- 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 53%.
School Overview
The College of Office Technology
(IL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
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
4
Student Body
Total Enrollment
115 students
3,838 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
21:1
# Full-Time Students
115 students
1,091 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
2,747 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
328 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
115 students
1,091 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
43 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
3,310 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
18 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
132 students
% Asian
2%
6%
% Hispanic
22%
26%
% Black
72%
13%
% White
4%
47%
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
4%
Diversity Score
0.43
0.69
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
55%
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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