C+

Above Average

Score: 56/100

William Rainey Harper College

2-Year Public

📍 Palatine, Illinois 60067

🌐 https://www.harpercollege.edu/index.php

Outcomes

C+

58/100

Affordability

B+

77/100

Resources

C+

60/100

Experience

47/100

Prestige

36/100

Quick Stats

13,069

Total Enrollment

46%

Graduation Rate

77%

Retention Rate

20.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

$6,608

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near William Rainey Harper College ▼

19% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 2,444 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value

$492,376

Avg Monthly Rent

$1,925

1-Year Change

+10.2%

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Avg home value near campus: $492,376
Avg rent near campus: $1,925/mo
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🏆 Where William Rainey Harper College Ranks

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

🥈

Parts, Warehousing, and Inventory Management Operations

of 5 schools

System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager

of 20 schools

Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD

of 20 schools

Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide

of 100 schools

Computer/Computer Systems Technology/Technician

of 14 schools

Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance)

of 43 schools

#13

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

of 100 schools

#22

Biological and Physical Sciences

of 100 schools

#25

Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping

of 100 schools

#29

Child Care Provider/Assistant

of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$9,420	$11,232

Financial Aid

76%

Receive Any Aid

36%

Receive Pell Grants

Take Out Loans

$6,608

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$4,276
$30,001 - $48,000	$5,310
$48,001 - $75,000	$8,614
$75,001 - $110,000	$10,663
$110,001+	$11,805

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 1,823 grads/yr Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide 535 grads/yr Biological and Physical Sciences 401 grads/yr General Studies 139 grads/yr Welding Technology/Welder 93 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 80 grads/yr Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance) 75 grads/yr Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping 71 grads/yr Child Care Provider/Assistant 68 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 65 grads/yr System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager 63 grads/yr Parts, Warehousing, and Inventory Management Operations 59 grads/yr Engineering, General 52 grads/yr Computer/Computer Systems Technology/Technician 47 grads/yr Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD 43 grads/yr Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist 41 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 38 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 38 grads/yr Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician 32 grads/yr Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair Technology/Technician, General 30 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from William Rainey Harper College's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other

$78k/yr 183,400 jobs

Nursing assistants

$40k/yr 1,441,500 jobs

Natural sciences managers

$161k/yr 104,300 jobs

Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education

$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs

Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers

$51k/yr 457,300 jobs

Welding, soldering, and brazing machine setters, operators, and tenders

$47k/yr 38,900 jobs

Student Demographics

13,069

Total Students

56%

Women

56%

Traditional Age (18-24)

19%

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 42%

Hispanic 33%

Black 4%

Asian 15%

Two or More 3%

Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 19%

With Family 81%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~2,444 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 55%

Hybrid (Some Online) 28%

Fully Online 17%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 56%

25-64 (Adult) 29%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at William Rainey Harper 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 William Rainey Harper College?

Tuition at William Rainey Harper College is $9,420 for in-state students and $11,232 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $6,608.

What is the graduation rate at William Rainey Harper College?

The graduation rate at William Rainey Harper College is 46%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is William Rainey Harper College a good school?

William Rainey Harper College has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition

How many students attend William Rainey Harper College?

William Rainey Harper College has a total enrollment of 13,069 students.

Is there rental demand near William Rainey Harper College?

Yes! Approximately 19% of students at William Rainey Harper College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 2,444 students who need rental housing near campus.

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