City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College Illinois

Public 2-year college in Chicago offering transfer-focused liberal arts education at low tuition.

College statistics

Address:
6301 S Halsted St
Chicago, IL
60621
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Setting:
City
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Lower Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Kennedy-King College is a public 2-year institution in Chicago, Illinois, serving the city's South Side with general education and transfer pathways. It enrolls 2,780 students and awards associate degrees primarily in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, designed as a foundation for completing bachelor's degrees at 4-year universities.

In-state tuition is $4,590 per year, with out-of-state tuition at $15,150. The college's low cost structure makes it an entry point for students beginning their higher education or those seeking credit-based workforce training before transferring to a bachelor's program.

Kennedy-King College functions as part of Chicago's community college system and serves as a critical transfer pathway for students pursuing 4-year degrees. This model works best for students starting their education affordably, those who need flexible scheduling, and learners strengthening their academic preparation before university enrollment. Visit www.ccc.edu/colleges/kennedy/pages/default.aspx for more information.