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# City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College

Public 2-year college in downtown Chicago with low tuition and general liberal arts programming.

## Record

- **Coordinates**: 41.886067, -87.626596

### Summary

Public 2-year college in downtown Chicago with low tuition and general liberal arts programming.

### Description

Harold Washington College is a public 2-year institution in Chicago, Illinois, located in the city's downtown Loop district. It serves the local community through transfer and occupational programs rooted in liberal arts and sciences. The college enrolls approximately 5,859 students seeking affordable pathways to further education or workforce entry.

In-state tuition is $4,590 annually, with out-of-state students paying $15,150. These figures represent the total cost of attendance for tuition; students should budget for living expenses, textbooks, and other costs separately. The low tuition structure makes the college an economical entry point for students beginning their higher education.

As part of the City Colleges of Chicago system, Harold Washington College functions as a transfer pathway to 4-year institutions. The college works best for Chicago residents seeking flexibility, affordability, and a foundation in general education before moving to a university. Visit www.ccc.edu/colleges/washington/Pages/default.aspx for more information about programs and admissions.

### Attributes

- **Unit ID**: 144,209
- **State**: IL
- **City**: Chicago
- **Address**: 30 E Lake St
- **Zip Code**: 60601
- **Sector Group**: Public 2-Year
- **Official Website**: www.ccc.edu/colleges/washington/Pages/default.aspx
- **HBCU**: No
- **Tribal College**: No
- **Setting**: City
- **Annual In-State Tuition**: $4,590
- **Annual Out-of-State Tuition**: $15,150
- **Total Cost of Attendance (In-State)**: $4,590
- **Total Cost of Attendance (Out-of-State)**: $15,150
- **Total Student Enrollment**: 5,859
- **Carnegie Classification**: Mixed Associate Medium
- **Research Activity Tier**: No research designation
- **Economic Mobility Index**: Higher Access, Lower Earnings
- **Primary Undergraduate Major**: Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities