2024 Best Colleges with Data Processing Degrees in the Chicago Area

• Elgin, IL•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.85 out of 5  725 reviews

Freshman: I have really enjoyed ECC so far! The teachers are extremely helpful and intelligent. They truly care about the courses they teach and all the ones i’ve had work tirelessly to make sure their students understand their material. ECC is very safe, clean, and has a ton of resources you can use for free to help further your education.... Read 725 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $4,140

• SAT range —

• Grayslake, IL•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.84 out of 5  1,058 reviews

Sophomore: A lot of great Professors and resources, but the college success seminar that's mandatory is not very helpful, and the advisors are overworked. Most of the students here are kind and the Grayslake Campus is pretty nice. They got new chairs this past year and they're great! There are a lot of places that could be added onto the tour that they do, because I remember going on one and I didn't know that they had study rooms and music practice rooms until my 4th semester here.... Read 1,058 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $5,486

• SAT range —

• Des Plaines, IL•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  578 reviews

Graduate Student: My educational and career path has been greatly aided by Oakton Community College. It gave me a strong foundation and priceless experiences that have formed my goals. Going to a community college was the best choice I made. I was fortunate to get a well-rounded education while attending Oakton Community College. The college is well known for its academic offerings, committed professors, and multicultural student body. I gained a comprehensive grasp of my topic of study, and it also assisted me in sharpening vital skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication. Oakton provided me with a supportive environment and many resources. I remember the panic about choosing a college after finishing High School. As the first person to attend college in America, I needed more knowledge about college and someone to guide me through this process.... Read 578 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,143

• SAT range —

• Palos Hills, IL•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.87 out of 5  925 reviews

Freshman: For starters; the Palos Hills Campus is beautiful; with impeccable landscaping and scenic views…It’s better than your average 2 yr college. This location has a lot to offer in regards to student life and the staff seemed professional and friendly for the most part! I got a late start in the registration process but I was able to navigate fairly easily to get started on time for the fall semester. The college is diverse when it comes to the student enrollment, and as a minority student, I didn’t feel any bias concerning race etc. The staff especially in the Liberal Arts Department, which is my field of study…was very kind, and helpful. In regards to the things I didn’t like?…I wish they had dorm rooms so I could live on campus Lol! But the staff in the bookstore seemed a bit rude and disorganized! There were only two lines open and our cashier left her station leaving us hang out in line as other students in the other line were served before us. Overall, I would recommend. 2 thumbs up.... Read 925 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $1,831

• SAT range —

• Glen Ellyn, IL•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.81 out of 5  1,690 reviews

Sophomore: Overall, the college is great! I was terrified to go to college but I've been fortunate to have good professors and a welcoming environment that made the transition easier! I truly wish they would make it a 4-year school considering its size and creditability. The only complaint I would have is with the cashier and financial aid offices, as they are not very helpful and tend to make you run around in circles to get any questions answered.... Read 1,690 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $5,440

• SAT range —

• Sugar Grove, IL•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.76 out of 5  625 reviews

Alum: Waubonsee has been a positive part of my local community for as long as I can remember. It has been a reliable place to consider for continuing education locally. The programs offered have only expanded and improved with time. Online courses have greatly improved, compared to ten years ago. I have taken classes here off and on throughout my adult life. The past two years I attended full-time to complete my associates in science, with intent to transfer into a radiography program. During my time here, I have encountered minimal issues with professors. There were only two instructors that I can recall being less than helpful or clear about teaching course information effectively. College administration staff have always been helpful with answering my questions, and assisting me with course recommendations that fit my long-term career goals. I would definitely recommend and attend in the future if needed.... Read 625 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,455

• SAT range —

• Joliet, IL•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.79 out of 5  978 reviews

Sophomore: I had a great experience attending Joliet Junior College to complete my associates degree! The College provided me with amazing resources and professors who truly care about their students. Joliet Junior College is an affordable school filled with many friendly people and interesting classes. I would love to have had some more advising from the counselors when it came down to planning my classes and transferring for my bachelors but overall loved attending here.... Read 978 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $5,304

• SAT range —

• Cicero, IL•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.42 out of 5  228 reviews

Sophomore: Morton College is a diverse college that gives their students multiple opportunities for success. They do their best to support the students, even outside the classroom. They are always trying to better their academics, athletics, and overall community. The only thing I would say is that scheduling classes and the financial aid department isn’t the bes.t... Read 228 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $6,382

• SAT range —

• South Holland, IL•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.51 out of 5  347 reviews

Sophomore: The thing I like the most about south suburban has to be the professors in my first semester here things are looking up. The professors make the lessons more interactive and less like the monotonic lecture style, and they also respond to emails and questions promptly. Which was a big issue that I had at my previous university, I'd send out an email and get a response like a week later. Something that I think could be changed is more outlets in the library, a lot of study areas in the library don't have outlets and it limits what you can do on your laptop in a given time. Otherwise, great university!... Read 347 reviews

• grade C

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $5,021

• SAT range —