City Colleges of Chicago-Olive-Harvey College Illinois

Public community college in Chicago serving 2,747 students with liberal arts transfer pathways and low tuition.

College statistics

Address:
10001 S Woodlawn Ave
Chicago, IL
60628
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

Olive-Harvey College is a public community college located in Chicago, Illinois, serving the South Side and surrounding areas. Part of the City Colleges of Chicago system, the college enrolls approximately 2,747 students and focuses on general liberal arts and sciences education with an emphasis on transfer preparation to four-year institutions.

In-state tuition runs $4,590 annually with a total cost of attendance of $4,590. Out-of-state students pay $15,150 in tuition and cost of attendance. The college's low tuition structure makes it an accessible entry point for students beginning their higher education in Chicago.

Olive-Harvey works best for students seeking an affordable start to a four-year degree, those uncertain about their major, and adults returning to education. As a community college, the institution emphasizes transfer agreements with local universities and workforce readiness. For more information, visit www.ccc.edu/colleges/olive-harvey/Pages/default.aspx.