Real Estate Classes

The real estate program at South Suburban College prepares students for careers as a real estate clerk, property manager, appraiser, assessor, agent, or broker. The program focuses on developing, buying, selling, appraising, and managing property. Program courses include: land use development policy, real estate law, real estate marketing procedures, agency management, brokerage, property inspection and appraisal, real estate investing, leased and rental properties, commercial real estate, and property management. Get more details below including other Illinois colleges that offer real estate classes.

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South Suburban College (SSC)

3535 West Foster, Chicago, IL

South Suburban College, located in South Holland, was founded in 1927 and was originally known as Thornton Junior College. The school was established as part of Thornton Township High School, located in Harvey. The school became an independent institution in 1965 through the Community College Act, establishing its own district and expanding its role and services, resulting in a name change to Thornton Community College four years later to reflect the school's new offerings. The school moved to its permanent home in 1972, and changed its name once more in 1988 to the current, as its better describes the location of the school.

Academics

Students may enroll in either career training or academic transfer programs, allowing students to pursue the track that best reflects the needs and interests of the individual student. Career training programs allow students to develop the skills and abilities necessary to enter the workforce in a given field as professionals. Students in such a program will have a mix of theoretical and practical course, and will learn to apply techniques and methods in a real world setting through controlled environments. Programs take between one and two years to complete, resulting in a certificate or degree, and allowing individuals to seek employment at the entry level.

Academic transfer is accomplished by completing the first two years of a four year education, followed by applying to a college or university to complete the final two years and earn a bachelor's degree. Students may ease the transfer process by applying to a public Illinois University, which has agreements in place with the school guaranteeing admission if certain academic requirements are met. Students looking to transfer to private or out of state schools should meet with a counselor to develop a curriculum for transfer that best meets the needs of the desired school or schools.

Programs offered include:

• Accounting
• Anthropology
• Graphic Design
• Nursing
• Sociology

Admissions and Financial Aid

Any student interested in enrollment at South Suburban College may do so if they meet the minimum requirements for admission, complete and submit an application, and pay all associated fees and tuition. Students should also supply test scores and transcripts, if one or both is unavailable students may be asked to take a placement exam prior to registration. New students are asked to participate in orientation to familiarize themselves with the campus as well as to meet with a counselor to discuss curriculum, program enrollment and goals.

Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, and scholarships. Students in need of assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which is used by the school to determine a student's financial needs and aid program eligibility, both of which are considered when constructing an aid packet. Financial aid must be reapplied for prior to each academic year, and students may be chosen at random to supply additional information to be compared to the FAFSA in order to verify its accuracy.

Career Options for Graduates

Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the selling, buying, leasing, or governance activities of commercial, industrial, or residential real estate properties. Includes managers of homeowner and condominium associations, rented or leased housing units, buildings, or land (including rights-of-way).

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, property, real estate, and community association managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 5
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.96
  • Average Annual Salary: $70640
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 280
  • Average Hourly Rate: $27.12
  • Average Annual Salary: $56420
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 480
  • Average Hourly Rate: $27.13
  • Average Annual Salary: $56440

Assessors

Description

Appraise real and personal property to determine its fair value. May assess taxes in accordance with prescribed schedules.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, assessors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 7.9% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $27.91
  • Average Annual Salary: $58050
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 160
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 180
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.65
  • Average Annual Salary: $55430

Real Estate Brokers

Description

Operate real estate office, or work for commercial real estate firm, overseeing real estate transactions. Other duties usually include selling real estate or renting properties and arranging loans.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, real estate brokers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 1.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $38.44
  • Average Annual Salary: $79950
• Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.64
  • Average Annual Salary: $55410
• Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 90
  • Average Hourly Rate: $35.40
  • Average Annual Salary: $73630

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).