City Colleges of Chicago-Kennedy-King College is a public, two-year institution located in the Englewood neighborhood on the south side of Chicago, Illinois. Originally established in 1935 and named in honor of Robert F. Kennedy and Martin Luther King Jr. in 1969, Kennedy-King is one of the seven City Colleges of Chicago and serves a diverse student body with a range of associate degree programs and vocational certificates. The college emphasizes programs in culinary arts and hospitality, alongside other popular fields such as early childhood education and business. Kennedy-King also provides adult education, continuing education, and a robust workforce and economic development program. The campus does not offer on-campus student housing. The institution is recognized for its open admissions policy, welcoming a wide array of students from various educational backgrounds.
City Colleges of Chicago Kennedy King College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student. 838 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,399 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $11,520 plus fees of $0.
City Colleges of Chicago Kennedy King College is designated as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and receives federal grants supporting the school's efforts to serve low and middle-income Black Americans.
Fee | Cost |
---|---|
Books and Supplies | $1,920 |
Other Fees | $0 |
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $8,128 |
Other Expenses Budget | $1,504 |
Total One Year Cost | $15,932 |
Fee | Cost |
---|---|
Books and Supplies | $1,920 |
Other Fees | $0 |
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $8,128 |
Budget for Other Expenses | $1,504 |
Total One Year Cost | $23,072 |
Subject | Percent of Class |
---|---|
Personal and Culinary Services | 35% |
Health Professions | 23% |
Liberal Arts and Humanities | 12% |
Construction Trades | 10% |
Mechanic and Repair Technologies | 9% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024