The south suburbs are growing and changing, creating exciting career opportunities for trained professionals. South Suburban College provides a quality education that matches the quality of life available to residents of the south suburbs.
School Highlights
South Suburban College serves 3,691 students (19% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 3,691 students
In-state tuition: $10,073
Out-state tuition: $11,723
Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
Minority enrollment: 98%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 376 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student population of South Suburban College has declined by 9% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has decreased from 11:1 over five years.
The South Suburban College diversity score of 0.64 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,691 students
2,558 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
715 students
872 students
# Part-Time Students
2,976 students
1,686 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
265 students
40 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
715 students
872 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
43 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,976 students
1,719 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
16 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
132 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
5%
% Asian
53%
12%
% Hispanic
n/a
1%
% Black
20%
25%
% White
2%
4%
% Hawaiian
17%
48%
% Two or more races
7%
4%
% Unknown races
n/a
1%
Diversity Score
0.64
0.69
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.1563%
0.3913%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.6%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,400
$31,800
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $10,073 is more than the state average of $7,875. The in-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $11,723 is more than the state average of $10,847. The out-state tuition has declined by 7% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$10,073
$7,875
Out-State Tuition Fees
$11,723
$10,847
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
74%
82%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$8,187
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$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: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
South Suburban College main campus is located in South Holland,
about 20 miles south of downtown Chicago. The Business & Career
Institute is located in the College Center One office complex,
directly south of SSC's main campus. The University & College
Center is located in Oak Forest, about 10 miles west of the
College. The college's main campus is in South Holland. Facilities
include traditional classrooms and laboratories, art and photo
galleries, a library, a performing arts center, a business
conference center, state-of-the-art computer facilities, and a
physical fitness and athletic center. With a student population of
more than 9,700, the College offers courses that transfer to
four-year colleges and universities, career education, special
interest and community education programs, a wide range of services
to meet the needs of local business, financial aid approval
possible within 48 hours, telecourses & distance learning courses
(video-based/interactive technology) and excellent job placement
offices. In addition to the traditional high school graduate
attending SSC for career education or a college transfer degree,
many SSC students have returned to college to advance their careers
or meet new people. These students have chosen to upgrade computer
skills, study a foreign language, consider a career change, or
develop a musical or artistic talent.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does South Suburban College cost?
South Suburban College's tuition is approximately $10,073 for In-State students and $11,723 for Out-State students.
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Quick Stats (2024-25)
Enrollment: 3,691 students
In-state tuition: $10,073
Out-state tuition: $11,723
Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
Minority enrollment: 98%
Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
