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Harper College

Palatine, IL

1200 W Algonquin Rd, Palatine, IL 60067

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

Harper College is a two-year community college and trade school in Palatine, IL. It has accessible to anyone admissions, as the acceptance rate is 100%. It is a midsized college with 5,126 full-time undergrads enrolled. Harper's most regularly in-demand major is an Associate's in Liberal Arts and Humanities, which amounts to 27% of students. Other popular selections include Nursing Assistant, which accounts for 20% of students, and Natural Sciences (8%). It ranks 6th in Illinois for both its dental and protective services programs. Also, Harper College ranked 1st in IL on our best community colleges and best trade schools lists. For in-state applicants, sticker price tuition is $10,344 per year. Non-Illinois residents have to spend $11,080. That being said, 55% of Harper undergrads procure some financial support. 43% of Harper College students culminate their college education with a degree in hand, wanting to find their dream jobs. Two years after college, graduates take home an average yearly wage of $31,000. After four additional years on the job, the graduate's median income climbs 20.3% to $37,300; however, that is still 7% beneath the national median salary for individuals. Those of you applying might want to know that Harper does not have early decision. Additionally, Harper offers a teacher certification program. In terms of finances, be aware that the average tuition for students from households making between $30k and $48k a year is in the ballpark of $6,942. Relating to demographics, the student body is comprised of 27% Asian American undergrads and students aged 22 to 24 make up 4% of the undergraduate population. On the subject of campus life, Harper has a mix of clubs and activities. In closing, the average Harper student graduates with $4,537 per year of debt and approximately one out of ten graduates fail to repay their student loans.

Ratings

9.01

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Admissions

100%

Acceptance

SAT Score

-

ACT Score

-

Cost

Net Price:

$6,938/year

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Average Aid Awarded

$5,327/year

Students Recieving Financial Aid

54%

Academics


19:1

Student Faculty Ratio
Graduation Rate

44%

Evening Degree Programs

Yes

Student Faculty Ratio

19:1

Majors

Most Popular Majors

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Graduates by Major


Liberal Arts and Humanities

952

Nursing Assistant

699

Natural Sciences

287

Business

186

Nursing

98

Medical Insurance Coding

73

Welding

70

HVAC and Refrigeration Engineering Technician

66

Value

In State Tuition
$9,852/year
Out of State Tuition
$11,664/year