City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College
Malcolm X College is one of the City Colleges of Chicago. This college is located on the west side of Chicago, Illinois. It has been around for a very long time and was originally established in 1911. This school has gone through many changes over the years but it has remained a great option for students in Chicago who are seeking the best academic opportunities. This two-year college has a very big focus on healthcare careers. It works alongside of a corporate partner, Rush University Medical Center, to help with curricula for healthcare courses and the teaching duties. This school is an excellent choice for any prospective students who have aspirations of having careers in the medical field.
This college has a very good nursing program that has produced many successful nurses over the years. There are two different nursing programs that students can decide to follow. The Practical Nursing Certificate program is a very popular option. This will take three semesters for students to complete and is a 49-credit-hour program. The AAS Nursing Degree Program is a two-year, 69-credit-hour program. The affiliation with the hospital helps this program to truly give students a complete education that will prepare them for their future as medical professionals.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleLarge City |
| Number of Students6,713 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio22:1 |
| Is Admission OpenYes |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level2-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus Housing- |
| Retention Rate60% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Associate's degree | 34 | 132 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 0 |
| Certificate | 53 | 309 |
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Nursing schools located within 16 miles radius of City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College
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Oakton Community College
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
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North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission 01/01/1967 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 08/01/1997 - 06/01/2007 |
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Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 08/01/1997 - 07/30/2007 |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateCost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $137/credit | |
| In State Students | $436/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $554/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | - | |
| In State Students | - | |
| Out of State Students | - | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $6,165 | $19,620 | $24,930 |
| ADN | 70 | $9,590 | $30,520 | $38,780 |
| BSN | 125 | $17,125 | $54,500 | $69,250 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 83% of City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 70% | $4,522 |
| Other Federal Grant | 8% | $490 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 47% | $1,152 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 21% | $3,328 |
| Federal Student Loans | 3% | $3,897 |
| Private Loans | -- | -- |
$4,751
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$4,470 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$5,066 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$6,271 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$9,129 |
| Over $110,000-- |
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Student Population
6,713
Undergrads
0
Graduates
4,937
Women
1,776
Men
39%
Full-time
61%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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Hispanic |
43% |
|
Black/African American |
41% |
|
White |
8% |
|
Asian |
4% |
|
Two or more races |
2% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
1% |
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Non-resident alien |
1% |
|
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and Illinois state board of nursing.
