City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College Illinois

Public two-year college in Chicago specializing in health professions with low in-state tuition of $4,590.

College statistics

Address:
1900 W Jackson Blvd
Chicago, IL
60612
Sector Group:
Public 2-Year
Setting:
City
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Health Professions and Related Programs

Malcolm X College is a public two-year institution located in Chicago, Illinois, serving the city's north side with a focus on health professions and related programs. As part of the City Colleges of Chicago system, the college draws students seeking affordable pathways into healthcare careers and general education credentials.

The college enrolls approximately 8,011 students and charges $4,590 annually for Illinois residents, with out-of-state tuition at $15,150. The low in-state cost structure makes the college accessible to working adults, recent high school graduates, and those seeking to transfer to four-year institutions without accumulating substantial debt during their first two years.

Malcolm X College functions primarily as a transfer gateway and career-preparation hub. Students interested in nursing, allied health, and other healthcare fields should ask about program-specific prerequisites, clinical placement opportunities, and articulation agreements with four-year institutions. The college's Economic Mobility Index reflects higher access with medium earnings outcomes, typical for community colleges in urban areas. Visit www.ccc.edu/colleges/malcolm-x/pages/default.aspx for program details and enrollment information.