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- School Code: 976700
- Phone: (312) 850-7000
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FINANCIAL AID RATE
91%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
22:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,062Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Criminal Justice Degree
The criminal justice degree program at City Colleges of Chicago – Olive – Harvey College prepares students for instruction that focuses on the criminal justice system, its organizational components and processes, and its legal and public policy contexts. Students who graduate from the criminal justice degree program will have knowledge in criminal law and policy, police and correctional systems organization, the administration of justice and the judiciary, and public attitudes regarding criminal justice issues. Get more details below including other Illinois colleges that offer criminal justice degrees.
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City Colleges of Chicago – Olive – Harvey College
1900 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL
With around 5,000 students enrolled in various associate degree and certificate programs, Olive-Harvey College (OHC) offers a cozy atmosphere in the largest of City College campuses in Chicago. At OHC, diversity is an essential component of college life, and it is home to a largely African-American student population.
OHC is competitive educational environment that provides top-notch academic and career-oriented training and certifications, many of which courses can be transferred to some of the best colleges in the United States through a transfer agreement. Conveniently located on the southeast side of Chicago and accessible by public transportation, the campus provides an ideal and affordable option to further your education or pursue a career-enhancing program.
Tuition is in line with other City Colleges, and runs at $5,207 per year. There are various options for financial aid in the form of grants, loans and scholarships. Students can choose from over 200 course options that cover a diverse range of subjects from Public Safety to Humanities to Healthcare and more. Basic, advanced and continuing education certificates are awarded in addition to the core curriculum general education associate degree courses.
Students at OHC can also choose from a variety of student activities organized by the various clubs in the college, including athletics programs for basketball and baseball. A campus library caters to the needs of literary minds and acts as a rich resource of course information. The extracurricular activities are designed to help students engage with their peers and members of the community at large.
Students Enrolled in the Criminal Justice Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. City Colleges of Chicago – Olive – Harvey College has offered the following program levels for students:
- Less Than One Year Certificate
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Less Than One Year Certificate | 7 |
| Less Than Two-Year Award | 2 |
| Associate's Degree | 5 |
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 9 |
| Female | 5 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Black | 12 |
| Hispanic | 2 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Criminal Justice program at City Colleges of Chicago – Olive – Harvey College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary
Description
Teach courses in criminal justice, corrections, and law enforcement administration. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers
Description
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of correctional officers and jailers.
First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives
Description
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of members of police force.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, first-line supervisors of police and detectives employment is expected to grow at a rate of 4.2% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 3
- Average Hourly Rate: $50.28
- Average Annual Salary: $104580
- Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 160
- Average Hourly Rate: $33.58
- Average Annual Salary: $69840
- Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 220
- Average Hourly Rate: $48.77
- Average Annual Salary: $101430
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants City Colleges of Chicago – Olive – Harvey College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, City Colleges of Chicago – Olive – Harvey College may offer services including:- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
- Child care
Intercollegiate Athletics
City Colleges of Chicago – Olive – Harvey College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports being in the NJCAA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Volleyball