City Colleges of Chicago Richard J Daley College

Overview

City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J. Daley College is a public, two-year institution located in Chicago, Illinois, serving as an accessible education hub for the local community. Named after Richard J. Daley, the long-serving mayor of Chicago, the college has a history of providing vocational and transfer programs since its establishment in 1960. Set in an urban environment, Daley College offers a diverse range of academic programs, with a particular emphasis on advanced manufacturing, a signature area designed to meet the growing demands of the industry. The open admissions policy fosters a non-competitive application process, aiming to provide higher education opportunities for all applicants. While the college does not offer on-campus housing, it is situated in a metropolitan setting that provides a variety of off-campus living options. Daley College maintains a focus on academic and workforce development rather than athletics and does not highlight sports programs as a central aspect of student life.

City Colleges of Chicago Richard J Daley College has an open admission policy which permits enrollment by any high school graduate or GED holding student.  1,414 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 3,373 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $11,520 plus fees of $0.