Overview
Enrollment
| Location | South Holland, Illinois |
| Online | ssc.edu |
| School Type | Public 2 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | No |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
South Suburban College is a public two-year institution located in South Holland, Illinois, approximately 20 miles south of downtown Chicago. The main campus occupies 100 acres in Chicago's south suburban region, with a satellite Oak Forest Center serving additional students. The college offers more than 60 career education and transfer programs, with notable strengths in healthcare, business, and technical fields. SSC maintains an open admission policy typical of community colleges, providing educational access to students throughout Chicago's southern suburbs. The campus features modern classroom facilities, specialized laboratories for healthcare training, and a University & College Center that hosts partnership programs with four-year institutions.
South Suburban 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.
Annual Cost to Attend
In District Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $533 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $4,400 |
| Other Expenses Budget | $1,200 |
| Total One Year Cost | $11,893 |
Illinois Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $533 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $4,400 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,200 |
| Total One Year Cost | $17,833 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 53% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 12% |
| General Studies | 10% |
| Work and Family Studies | 7% |
| Business | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=149365 IPEDS survey data for South Suburban College.
Current students may use the South Suburban College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024