- Malcolm X College , a learning and assessment-centered community college, empowers students of diverse backgrounds and abilities to achieve academic, career, and personal success.
School Highlights
City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College serves 10,712 students (29% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the state community college average of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 53%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 10,712 students
- In-state tuition: $6,460
- Out-state tuition: $7,891
- Student:teacher ratio: 26:1
- Minority enrollment: 92%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 419 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College
(IL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Nontraditional
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
419 staff
227 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College has grown by 53% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 has increased from 17:1 over five years.
The City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College diversity score of 0.62 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
10,712 students
3,270 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
# Full-Time Students
3,140 students
1,007 students
# Part-Time Students
7,572 students
2,747 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
107 students
328 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,140 students
1,007 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
43 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
7,572 students
3,310 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
18 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
132 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
4%
6%
% Hispanic
50%
26%
% Black
35%
13%
% White
8%
47%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
2%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
4%
Diversity Score
0.62
0.69
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.1883%
0.4%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.38%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$28,000
$31,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $6,460 is less than the state average of $7,875. The in-state tuition has declined by 43% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,891 is less than the state average of $10,847. The out-state tuition has declined by 45% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$6,460
$7,875
Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,891
$10,847
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
86%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
$8,000
$8,187
Median Debt for Dropouts
$4,250
$4,618
Acceptance Rate
n/a
89%
SAT Reading
n/a
390
SAT Math
n/a
360
SAT Writing
n/a
355
ACT Composite
n/a
17
ACT English
n/a
17
ACT Math
n/a
17
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Malcolm X College , a learning and assessment-centered community college, empowers students of diverse backgrounds and abilities to achieve academic, career, and personal success. In addition to our commitment to academic excellence, we are a learning and assessment centered community college committed to extending learning experiences beyond the classroom setting to the global community through a wealth of cultural programs, extracurricular activities and socially relevant symposia. Annually the College hosts over 1,000 meetings and community events serving in excess of 150,000 individuals. In partnership with the Shule Ya Watoto (School for Children), Malcolm X College has the distinction of hosting one of the nation's only seven day Kwanzaa observances in the country, open to the public. In addition, the College addresses the needs of a multi-cultural student body and its surrounding community through events celebrating African American History Month, Asian American Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, Women's History Month and Veterans' Day, to name a few. Malcolm X College is embarking on a 35 million dollar renovation project to improve the mechanical and electrical infrastructure; replace the roof; upgrade public restrooms and the gymnasium; replace classroom furniture and install new lighting at Malcolm X College and the West Side Learning Center . These physical upgrades are certain to have a positive, lasting impact upon the learning environment of the institution, ensuring better educational experiences for all of our constituents.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College cost?
City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College's tuition is approximately $6,460 for In-State students and $7,891 for Out-State students.
What is City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College's ranking?
City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Illinois for: Least expensive tuition, Average community college minority breakdown and Largest student body.
In what neighborhood is City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College located?
City Colleges of Chicago-Malcolm X College is located in the Near West Side neighborhood of Chicago, IL.
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