College statistics
- Address:
- 1600 E Golf Rd.
Des Plaines, IL
60016 - Sector Group:
- Public 2-Year
- Official Website:
- www.oakton.edu/
- Setting:
- City
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $3,815
- Annual Out-of-State Tuition:
- $12,292
- Endowment (End of Year):
- $208,854,155
- Research Activity Tier:
- No research designation
- Economic Mobility Index:
- Lower Access, Lower Earnings
- Primary Undergraduate Major:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Oakton College is a public two-year institution in Des Plaines, Illinois, enrolling approximately 7,000 students. The college serves the Chicago metropolitan area with an open-access mission and a focus on liberal arts and sciences coursework that prepares students for transfer to four-year institutions and entry into the workforce.
In-state tuition is $3,815 annually, making Oakton one of the most affordable pathways to higher education in the region. Out-of-state tuition is $12,292 per year. The college's low cost structure reflects its role as a community resource for students seeking credential attainment without substantial debt.
Oakton functions as a critical transfer bridge for students earning associate degrees and then moving to bachelor's degree programs at four-year universities. The college works best for working adults, recent high school graduates seeking affordability, and students who need flexible scheduling alongside academic preparation. Visit www.oakton.edu/ for program details and enrollment information.