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City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College
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City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College Academics
Harold Washington College (HWC), one of seven City Colleges of Chicago, offers several associate degrees including Associate in Arts, Associate in Fine Arts, Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science, Associate in General Studies, and Associate in Engineering Science. Students can also earn basic or advanced certificates in a variety of fields of study.
In addition, the college offers continuing education courses and distance learning. Continuing education students can choose special programs such as CPR certification, real estate sales training, pharmacy technician, or medical billing and coding. Each course is approximately 6 weeks long, meets during the day, in the evenings, or on the weekend, once a week.
The Center for Distance Learning (CDL) is a collaborative between Kennedy-King College and the City Colleges of Chicago. CDL offers over 90 classes which are either TeleWeb courses or WW courses. The TeleWeb courses are a combination of online instruction and video presentations with occasional on campus sessions. The WW courses are online classes with testing at any of the seven City Colleges of Chicago locations.
City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College Admissions
Harold Washington College serves students seeking associate degrees or certificates, who have graduated with a diploma from a secondary school or equivalent. Prospective students must send transcripts from all high schools as well as any other colleges or universities.
City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College Financial Aid
Harold Washington College provides several financial aid options. Students may be eligible for institutional scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs. A Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed and submitted to be considered for financial assistance. Students may apply for financial aid online at the school’s website.
Harold Washington College offers many grants, both federal and state, including Federal Pell Grants, Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), Federal Academic Competitiveness Grant, as well as several State grants. Loans available include the Federal Family Education Loan Program (FFELP). Work-study programs are designed to give students the opportunity to work part-time, usually 10-20 hours per week, to help pay for school expenses. Institutional scholarships are awarded to qualifying students by Harold Washington College.
City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College Students
City Colleges of Chicago has seven campuses including Harold Washington College, Daley College, Malcolm X College, Kennedy-King College, Olive-Harvey College, Truman College, and Wright College.
Students at Harold Washington College have a number of opportunities to get involved in campus life. The college offers student clubs and organizations, such as the Criminal Justice Club, Student Government Association (SGA), and Organization of Latin American Students (OLAS), as well as a student newspaper (The Herald), and a theatrical program called the Loop Players.
In addition, HWC has a student activity called The Garland Court Review. This literary journal is a compilation of original work from Harold Washington College students. Writings come in the form of poems, songs, essays, and short stories. Other works found in the collection include student paintings, drawings, and other graphic arts.
City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College Athletics
Harold Washington College does not have an athletics program.
Information Summary
Ranks 2975th overall and 113th in Illinois
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
37.4 |
|---|---|
| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$3,626 |
| Admission
Success rate |
N/A |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
34 : 1 |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
49% / 34% |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
8,302 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Chicago, IL 60601-2449
| Surrounding community | Large city (inside urban area, pop. over 250,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,591 (5,591 urban / N/A rural) |
| Households | 3,501 (1.59 people per house) |
| Families | 1,327 (2.33 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 654 |
| Pop. — Asian | 612 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 5 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 39 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 4,268 |
| Pop. — Other | 123 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Associate's — Public Urban-serving Multicampus
| Undergraduate | Associates |
|---|---|
| Graduate | N/A |
| Undergraduate Population | Mixed part/full-time two-year |
| Enrollment | Exclusively undergraduate two-year |
| Size & Setting | Large two-year |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | Associate's degree |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Semester |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning | |
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| ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force |  —
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| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification | |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College?
Ranks 2845th for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $2,160 | $5,699 | $9,293 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $250 | $250 | $250 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $72 | $190 | $310 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $3,626 | $7,165 | $10,759 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $13,322 | $16,861 | $20,455 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $9,574 | $13,113 | $16,707 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $2,260  $2,410 |
$5,130  $5,949 |
$8,236  $9,543 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
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| Books & Supplies | $800  $1,216 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | N/A  N/A |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | N/A  N/A |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | $5,952  $6,368 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $3,040  $3,328 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $5,568  $5,948 |
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Admission Criteria
What criteria does City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record | N/A / N/A / N/A |
| College Prep. Completion | N/A |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | N/A |
| TOEFL | N/A |
| Other tests | N/A |
= Required, 
= Recommended, 
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | N/A |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | N/A |
| Board Fee | N/A |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College Ranks 5031st for the average student loan amount.
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $2,979 | 743 |  63% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $1,081 | 546 |  47% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | $928 | 8 |  1% |
| Student Loan Aid | $1,718 | 17 |  1% |
| Any financial aid type | 767 |  65% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Black Non-Hispanic | 1,279 | 2,172 | 3,451 |
Hispanic | 785 | 993 | 1,778 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 527 | 543 | 1,070 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 15 | 30 | 45 |
White Non-Hispanic | 974 | 984 | 1,958 |
Race Unknown | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total | 3,580 | 4,722 | 8,302 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2,199 | 158 | 2,357 | |
| 508 | 549 | 1,057 | |
| 62 | 141 | 203 | |
| 3 | 41 | 44 | |
| 25 | 19 | 44 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
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| Accounting | 13 | 4 | 11 | 2 | 30 | |||
| Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects | 3 | 3 | 4 | 10 | ||||
| Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD | 1 | 1 | 4 | 6 | ||||
| Biological and Physical Sciences | 9 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 23 | |||
| Business Administration and Management, General | 5 | 2 | 7 | |||||
| Child Care Provider/Assistant | 25 | 8 | 9 | 42 | ||||
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 8 | |||
| Engineering, General | 2 | 1 | 3 | |||||
| Fire Science/Fire-fighting | 1 | 6 | 7 | |||||
| Foodservice Systems Administration/Management | 275 | 265 | 377 | 6 | 134 | 1,057 | ||
| General Studies | 15 | 6 | 13 | 5 | 39 | |||
| Information Science/Studies | 2 | 2 | ||||||
| Information Technology | 3 | 2 | 1 | 6 | ||||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | 1 | 99 | 57 | 11 | 35 | 203 | ||
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | 3 | 3 | ||||||
| Music, General | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | ||||
| Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant | 17 | 13 | 2 | 12 | 44 | |||
| Social Work | 2 | 4 | 6 | |||||
| Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling | 38 | 1 | 5 | 44 | ||||
| Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation | 2 | 844 | 135 | 452 | 25 | 899 | 2,357 | |
| Total | 3 | 1,356 | 506 | 888 | 31 | 1,116 | 3,900 |
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College Ranks 1135th for the average full-time faculty salary.
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | $59,117 ($64,158 male / $54,320 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 121 (59 male / 62 female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 270 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | 0.4 : 1 |
| Total Benefits | $1,397,403 |
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Hi, my name is Maritzabelia. i'm a senior in high school, and i have more of a question then a comment. Does Harold Washington have fashion merchandising? or any kind of fashion classes?