Morton College
About Morton College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Morton College teaches in Cicero, west of Chicago, and has done since 1924. The sciences and nursing are its largest programs, and most of its students are working toward a transfer.
Founded
1924
Location
Cicero, Illinois
Students
2,640
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
30.9%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$5,502
Out-of-state: $12,414
Avg Net Price
$5,191
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$42,406
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$10
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
30.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
66%
Transfer Out
15%
Teaching Quality
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
36.1%
$/Student
$7.3K
Class Size
Medium
The 30.9% graduation rate is below average, but 66% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$5,502
In-State
$12,414
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$2,400
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,801
After Financial Aid
$5,191
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$4,006
Receive Grants
36.6%
Take Loans
1.2%
Tuition is $5,502/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $5,191.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Morton College fund their education.
While in School
36.6%
Get Grants
Free money
1.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$24,000
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$8,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$85/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $8,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Morton College.
Gender
58%
Female
42%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,640
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
66.9%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
21.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 58% of the student body. 66.9% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
2,640
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Morton College fields 7 varsity teams with 158 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division II
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
158
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
60% / 40%
95
Men
63
Women
5
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Morton Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$42,406
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$32K
186 grads
1yr Earnings
Biological and Physical Sciences
$22K
109 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$65K
61 grads
1yr Earnings
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$43K
18 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
—
17 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
—
12 grads
Graduates earn about $34K six years out, growing to $42K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.