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Morton College

Cicero, IL · Suburb · 2,640 students
4
Year
Public
Suburb
Small (<3k)
Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
About

As the second-oldest community college in Illinois and a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution, Morton College in Cicero is best known for providing an affordable, supportive, and community-centric pathway to higher education. The college boasts highly competitive, top-tier programs in Nursing and Allied Health, alongside robust Associate in Arts and Associate in Science degrees designed for seamless transfer to four-year institutions. Campus life is defined by a close-knit and diverse commuter culture, enriched by active student clubs, competitive NJCAA Panther athletic teams, and the state-of-the-art Jedlicka Performing Arts Center. What truly sets Morton College apart is its exceptional dedication to student outcomes, highlighted by personalized tutoring and academic coaching at the Student Success Center to ensure a smooth transition into the workforce or baccalaureate programs.

Location
Cicero, IL, 60804-4398 · Suburb campus
Nearest airport from college
MDW · Chicago Midway
3 mi away
Cost
In-state COA
$12,801
Out-of-state COA
$19,713
Avg net price
$5,191
In-state tuition
$5,502
Out-of-state tuition
$12,414
Books & supplies
$2,400/yr
Average net price by family income
$0–30k
$4,006
$30–48k
$4,347
$48–75k
$7,763
$75–110k
$9,356
Admissions

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Essay Requirements

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Outcomes
Graduation rate
30%
8-year outcomes
Graduated
35%
Transferred
24%
Still enrolled
1%
Dropped out / unknown
40%
Median earnings (6yr)
$34,053
Median earnings (10yr)
$42,406
Median debt
$8,000
Monthly loan payment
$85
Debt range (25th–75th)
$2,250$8,750
Debt (90th percentile)
$16,500
Student Body
Men 42%Women 58%
18
:
1
Student : Faculty ratio
Students   Faculty
Pell grant recipients
37%
First-generation
67%
Median family income
$24,000
Independent students
22%
Veterans
1%
Avg age at entry
21.0
Part-time students
58%
Race & ethnicity
White
6%
Hispanic
81%
Black
3%
Asian
1%
Two or more
1%
Unknown
9%
Institutional
Undergraduate profile
Two-year, mostly part-time
Full-time faculty
36%
Avg faculty salary
$8,855/mo
Instructional spend/student
$7,341
Federal loan rate
1%

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