Oakton Community College

Oakton Community College Overview

Oakton Community College is a public school in the suburban setting of Des Plaines, Illinois. Oakton Community College was founded in 1969 and the school enrolls around 6,278 students a year, which includes 6,278 undergrad students.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Oakton Community College!

Interested in music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of Oakton Community College's theater groups.

Are you interested in journalism and communications? Oakton Community College students can write for the campus newspaperor be a producer for the student-run television channel.

Oakton Community College does not have any fraternities or sororities, do it might be a good option if Greek life isn't a priority for you.

Planning to play sports? Oakton Community College has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Oakton Community College on the Student Life page.

2022 Oakton Community College Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
In-State Tuition	$8,808
Out-of-State	$10,536

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Is Oakton Community College a Good School?

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There is no one way to define a "good" college or university. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how competitive an institution is.

Let's take a look at these areas to get a better view of what Oakton Community College offers and if the school could be a good fit for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Oakton Community College

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. It gauges how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outlook Oakton Community College Graduates

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

Check with Oakton Community College directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Oakton Community College

Tuition is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

For information on Oakton Community College's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA asap. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Oakton Community College.

Based on this information, how does Oakton Community College sound? Remember, the best school for one person may not be the right school for another! So ask yourself: Is Oakton Community College a good school for you?

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Where is Oakton Community College Located?

Oakton Community College is located in the suburban setting of Des Plaines, Illinois, in the suburbs of Chicago.

If you want to see Oakton Community College for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 294 to Des Plaines, or book a flight to the nearest airport, O'Hare International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Oakton Community College and Des Plaines are like without leaving home.

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