Chicago Colleges & Universities


Going to School in Chicago: Quality Education and Exciting Surroundings

Chicago is rich in culture and history--the city was incorporated in 1833 and is home to more than two million people. The world's first skyscraper was built in the "Windy City," and Chicago was home to the first blood bank, too.

Chicago, which sits on the shores of Lake Michigan, is home to more than 200 theatres, nearly 200 art galleries, more than 7,300 restaurants, and 552 parks. So, if you choose to study in Chicago, you'll never run out of things to do... continue »

Chicago Locations at a Glance

  • 1.  DeVry University - Chicago
3300 N. Campbell Avenue
Chicago, IL 60618
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  • 2.  DeVry University - Chicago Loop
225 West Washington
Chicago, IL 60611
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  • 3.  DeVry University - Chicago O'Hare
8501 W. Higgins Rd.
Chicago, IL 60631
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  • 4.  DeVry University - Oakbrook
One Tower Lane
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
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  • 5.  The Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago
350 N. Orleans Street
Chicago, IL 60654
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  • 6.  DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management - Chicago Loop
225 West Washington Street
Chicago, IL 60606
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  • 7.  DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management - Chicago O'Hare
8501 West Higgins Road
Chicago, IL 60631
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  • 8.  DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management - Oakbrook
One Tower Lane
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
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  • 9.  Cooking and Hospitality Institute of Chicago
361 West Chestnut
Chicago, IL 60610
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  • 10.  Westwood College - River Oaks
80 River Oaks Center
Calumet City, IL 60409
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  • 11.  Westwood College - Chicago - Loop
17 North State Street
Chicago, IL 60602
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  • 12.  Westwood College - O'Hare Airport
8501 W. Higgins Road
Schiller Park, IL 60631
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  • 13.  IADT - Chicago
One North State Street, Suite 400
Chicago, IL 60602
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  • 14.  Argosy University Chicago
350 North Orleans Street
Chicago, IL 60654
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  • 15.  Harrington College of Design
200 West Madison, 2nd Floor
Chicago, IL 60606
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  • 16.  ITT Technical Institute - Burr Ridge
7040 High Grove Blvd.
Burr Ridge, IL 60527
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  • 17.  Kendall College - Chicago
900 N. North Branch Street
Chicago, IL 60622
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  • 18.  Lincoln College of Technology - Melrose Park
8317 W. North Avenue
Melrose Park, IL 60160
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  • 19.  Northwestern Business College - Bridgeview
7725 S. Harlem Ave.
Bridgeview, IL 60455
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  • 20.  Northwestern Business College - Chicago
4839 N. Milwaukee Ave.- Admissions Office
Chicago, IL 60630
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  • 21.  Illinois School of Health Careers - O'Hare
8750 W. Bryn Mawr Avenue
Chicago, IL 60631
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  • 22.  Illinois School of Health Careers - Loop
11 E Adams Street
Chicago, IL 60603
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Campus Programs
  • DeVry University

    DeVry University provides quality education that employers respect, and is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association (ncahlc.org), the same organization that accredits many other well-known public and private schools.

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  • The Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago

    The Art Institutes system of schools is a leading educator of students in the creative and applied arts, including design, media, fashion, and culinary programs. Every program of study offered to you is regularly reviewed by industry leaders, advisors, and employers for relevance in the marketplace. Changes are made, if necessary, to integrate subject matter into the curriculum so that our degree programs reflect the way things are done in the real world of work. Programs listed are not offered at all locations.

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  • DeVry University's Keller Graduate School of Management

    A degree from DeVry University’s Keller Graduate School of Management gives you the credibility to succeed in your career, whether you are just starting out, already in the work force or contemplating a career change. For more than 34 years, Keller has delivered relevant, practical graduate management education that has helped thousands of alumni transform their skills and sharpen their competitive edge.

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  • Cooking and Hospitality Institute of Chicago

    Prepare for your culinary career at Le Cordon Bleu Schools. Choose from quality programs in Culinary Arts, Pâtisserie & Baking, or Hospitality & Restaurant Management.

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  • Westwood College

    Westwood College isn’t your typical institution of higher learning. With our career-focused education, students can earn a bachelor’s degree in just three years and some associate degrees in as little as 20 months

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  • IADT - Chicago

    Prepare for a creative career in design, technology or business at the International Academy of Design & Technology. Convenient campus locations across the United States.

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  • Argosy University Chicago

    At Argosy University/Chicago we prepare individuals for careers that make a difference, whether in business, education, or psychology. Learn how you can make a difference in your life, and the lives of others.

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  • Harrington College of Design

    Located in the heart of Chicago’s famous ‘Loop’, the Harrington College of Design has been providing professional design education for over 70 years.

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  • ITT Technical Institute - Burr Ridge

    With over 100 campuses nationwide and online programs offered as well, the ITT Technical Institutes may have a program that is convenient for you. ITT Tech is dedicated to teaching technology.

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  • Kendall College - Chicago

    Earn your degree or certificate and gain real-world experience in fast-growing careers such as Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry, Hospitality Management at Kendall College.

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  • Lincoln College of Technology - Melrose Park

    Lincoln College of Technology provides career-focused, hands-on training programs with industry experienced instructors.  Get the skills for a rewarding in-demand career.

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  • Northwestern Business College

    Northwestern Business College can help you succeed with small class sizes, supportive faculty, and flexible class schedules designed to fit into your busy life.

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  • Illinois School of Health Careers

    Look no further than Illinois School of Health Careers to give you the training you need to excel in Health Care.

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Things to do in Chicago
When you're not studying or attending class, check out these top Chicago attractions:
  •   Brookfield Zoo
  •   Historic Navy Pier
  •   Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum
  •   Magnificent Mile
  •   Shedd Aquarium

Chicagoans also have a deep affinity for their beloved sports teams, which include:
  •   Bulls: Basketball
  •   Bears: Football
  •   White Sox/Cubs: Baseball

Chicago Industry:

When studying in Chicago, take advantage of the city's industry. Full and part-time internships are available in a number of industrial sectors. Chicago's industry is based on manufacturing, printing and publishing, finance and insurance, and food processing. The city is home to the Federal Reserve Bank, the Chicago Board of Trade, and Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Business thrives near the shores of Lake Michigan--Chicago is home to Boeing, Sara Lee, and Bank One.

It's media offerings are rich as well: more than 25 regional magazines and newspapers, and 35 radio stations. In fact, Chicago ranks second only to New York in the publishing industry.

If you choose to pursue your degree in Chicago, you'll find a city deep in history, powerful in industry, and rich in culture.
Illinois Metro Areas
Chicago Facts & Stats
City Website: http://egov.cityofchicago.org/

Area: 606.1 km2 (234.0 mi2)

Counties: Cook and DuPage counties

Population (2000): 2,896,016 (total); 9,286,207 (metropolitain)

Area Codes: 312, 773, 872

Citizen: Chicagoan

Claims-to-Fame: Michael Jordan, birthplace of house music, home to world's first skyscraper, Second City, Steppenwolf Theatre Company, Al Capone, deep-dish pizza, third largest city in the United States

Motto: Urbs In Horto or "City in a Garden"

Newspapers: Daily: Chicago Tribune and Chicago Sun-Times; Speacial Interest: Daily Southtown and Chicago Defender.

Nickname: "Second City", "Windy City", "Chicagoland"

Public Transportation: Chicago Transit Authority, or CTA

Sport / Hockey: Chicago Blackhawks (NHL)

Sports / Baseball: Chicago Cubs (MLB), Chicago White Sox (MLB)

Sports / Basketball: Chicago Bulls (NBA), Chicago Sky (WNBA)

Sports / Football: Chicago Bears (NFL), Chicago Rush (AFL)

Sports / Soccer: Chicago Fire (MLS), Chicago Storm (Major Indoor Soccer League)
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