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Average
Score: 49/100

City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College

2-Year Public
📍 Chicago, Illinois 60652
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 (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 28%
Outcomes
C
45/100
Affordability
A
85/100
Resources
D
40/100
Experience
C
48/100
Prestige
F
28/100

Quick Stats

5,836
Total Enrollment
28%
Graduation Rate
64%
Retention Rate
31.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$4,097
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College

21% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 1,196 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$276,489
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,353
1-Year Change
+6.7%
For parents & investors

The City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $276,489
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,353/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 60621 (9.8% cap, Chicago)

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🏆 Where City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College Ranks

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

#11
Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist
of 24 schools
#18
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
of 24 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

75%
Receive Any Aid
56%
Receive Pell Grants
0%
Take Out Loans
$4,097
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$2,222
$30,001 - $48,000$2,293
$48,001 - $75,000$5,441
$75,001 - $110,000$6,819

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Electrician 535 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 317 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 132 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 107 grads/yr Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist 90 grads/yr General Studies 43 grads/yr Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling 38 grads/yr Floriculture/Floristry Operations and Management 22 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 21 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 21 grads/yr Information Science/Studies 12 grads/yr Accounting 12 grads/yr Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician 10 grads/yr Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications 9 grads/yr Engineering, General 7 grads/yr Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster 6 grads/yr Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician 6 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 6 grads/yr Welding Engineering Technology/Technician 5 grads/yr Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College's top programs commonly pursue.

Signal and track switch repairers
$84k/yr 8,700 jobs
First-line supervisors of construction trades and extraction workers
$79k/yr 921,600 jobs
Electricians
$62k/yr 818,700 jobs
Security and fire alarm systems installers
$59k/yr 85,900 jobs
Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs
Natural sciences managers
$161k/yr 104,300 jobs
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs
Childcare workers
$32k/yr 991,600 jobs

Student Demographics

5,836
Total Students
52%
Women
39%
Traditional Age (18-24)
21%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 8%
Hispanic 79%
Black 10%
Asian 1%
Two or More 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 21%
With Family 80%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~1,196 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 63%
Hybrid (Some Online) 18%
Fully Online 19%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 39%
25-64 (Adult) 41%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley 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-Richard J Daley College?
Tuition at City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley 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 $4,097.
What is the graduation rate at City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College?
The graduation rate at City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College is 28%. 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-Richard J Daley College a good school?
City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (A): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): 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-Richard J Daley College?
City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College has a total enrollment of 5,836 students.
Is there rental demand near City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College?
Yes! Approximately 21% of students at City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 1,196 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: September 2026 | Methodology