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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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Liberal Arts Degree
The liberal arts program at City Colleges of Chicago – Olive – Harvey College prepares students for careers in marketing, sales, business, social media, graphic design, data analysis and management, computer programming, and information technology networking and support. The program focuses in a structured combination of the arts. Program courses include: biological and physical sciences, social sciences, humanities, and independently designed programs of study. Get more details below including other Illinois colleges that offer liberal arts 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 Liberal Arts 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 Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Less Than Two-Year Award | 0 |
Associate's Degree | 123 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 40 |
Female | 83 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Black | 96 |
Hispanic | 21 |
Multiple Races | 4 |
Non Resident Alien | 1 |
Unknown | 1 |
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
Students who have completed the Liberal Arts program at City Colleges of Chicago – Olive – Harvey College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:Postsecondary Teachers, All Other
Description
All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024
Salary & Wages
- Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
- Total Employment: 240
- Average Annual Salary: $68640
- Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
- Average Annual Salary: $70140
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