C
Average
Score: 49/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
40/100 · earnings-weighted

City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College

2-Year Public
📍 Chicago, Illinois 60612
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 14%
Outcomes
D
36/100
Affordability
A
89/100
Resources
C
51/100
Experience
D
42/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

8,011
Total Enrollment
14%
Graduation Rate
57%
Retention Rate
24.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$4,208
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College ▼

28% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$385,918
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,410
1-Year Change
+13.2%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$32,427
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$26,891
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$8,375
Median debt at graduation
17.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
41.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 26% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 47th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (IL wage index 1.04). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$70,086$89,178+10%#200 of 962#298$10,000
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions—$86,686+40%#12 of 237#8—
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$63,963$75,878+16%#107 of 560#116$9,572
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$37,908$51,326+21%#118 of 476#167—
Biological and Physical Sciences$30,203$47,500-5%#58 of 85#52$4,800
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$32,380$43,108-2%#464 of 947#591$6,488
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services$30,292$26,123-24%#84 of 93#90—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $385,918
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,410/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 60602 (6.8% cap, Chicago)

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🏆 Where City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#16
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
of 24 schools
#21
Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance)
of 43 schools
#22
Athletic Training/Trainer
of 23 schools
#28
Surgical Technology/Technologist
of 70 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $11,520 $14,430

Financial Aid

88%
Receive Any Aid
74%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$4,208
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$3,131
$30,001 - $48,000$3,526
$48,001 - $75,000$5,747
$75,001 - $110,000$7,179

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 327 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 209 grads/yr General Studies 182 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 178 grads/yr Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance) 109 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 102 grads/yr Medical/Clinical Assistant 98 grads/yr Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 72 grads/yr Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling 62 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 57 grads/yr Surgical Technology/Technologist 56 grads/yr Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 36 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 33 grads/yr Athletic Training/Trainer 28 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 26 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 25 grads/yr Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller 23 grads/yr Physical Therapy Assistant 20 grads/yr Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist 17 grads/yr Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder 17 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College's top programs commonly pursue.

Nursing assistants
$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Ambulance drivers and attendants, except emergency medical technicians
$34k/yr 12,300 jobs

Student Demographics

8,011
Total Students
74%
Women
50%
Traditional Age (18-24)
28%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 7%
Hispanic 53%
Black 34%
Asian 3%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 28%
With Family 72%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,275 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 45%
Hybrid (Some Online) 24%
Fully Online 31%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 50%
25-64 (Adult) 44%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College?
Tuition at City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College is $11,520 for in-state students and $14,430 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $4,208.
What is the graduation rate at City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College?
The graduation rate at City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College is 14%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College a good school?
City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College?
City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College has a total enrollment of 8,011 students.
Is there rental demand near City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College?
Yes! Approximately 28% of students at City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,275 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Chicago area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology