Admission Requirements
Triton College is a public community college in River Grove, Illinois. It is the largest community college in Illinois and the second largest in the United States. It is a member of the City Colleges of Chicago.
Triton College offers over 100 programs of study leading to an Associate's degree, Certificate, or Transfer to a four-year college. The most popular programs are in the areas of Business, Health Sciences, and Liberal Arts.
Admission to Triton College is open to all students who have a high school diploma or equivalent. There are no entrance exams required. However, students must complete a placement test to determine which courses are appropriate for their skill level.
Triton College has an open admissions policy, meaning that any student who meets the minimum requirements will be accepted into the college. However, some programs may have additional requirements, such as a minimum GPA or portfolio submission.
Once students are accepted into Triton College, they will need to complete a New Student Orientation and register for classes. Classes at Triton College are offered on a semester basis, with Fall and Spring semesters being the most popular. Summer and Winter semesters are also available.
Tuition at Triton College is very affordable, and there are many financial aid options available for those who qualify. Scholarships are also available, and students are encouraged to apply for as many as possible.
Triton College is an excellent choice for those looking for a high-quality, affordable education. With over 100 programs of study and an open admissions policy, Triton College is sure to have something for everyone.
Financial Aid
| State Aid |
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| Percentage of students receiving state aid |
34% |
| Average state aid |
$1193 |
| Institutional Aid |
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| Percentage of students receiving institutional aid |
19% |
| Average institutional aid |
$3884 |
| Student Loans |
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| Percentage of students receiving a student loan |
5% |
| Average student loan |
$4005 |
Degrees Offered
- Certificates of less than 12 week
- Certificates of at least 12 weeks but less than 1 year offered
- Certificates of 1 year, but less than 2 year
Majors Offered
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- Accounting
- Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
- Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
- Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
- Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
- Biological and Physical Sciences
- Biology/Biotechnology Technology/Technician
- Building/Construction Site Management/Manager
- Business Administration and Management, General
- Business and Personal/Financial Services Marketing Operations
- CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
- Carpentry/Carpenter
- Child Care Provider/Assistant
- Commercial Photography
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance
- Computer/Computer Systems Technology/Technician
- Construction Trades
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
- Culinary Arts/Chef Training
- Design and Visual Communications, General
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology
- Fire Science/Fire-fighting
- General Studies
- Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
- Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician
- Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
- Information Science/Studies
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
- Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician
- Medical/Clinical Assistant
- Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide
- Ophthalmic Technician/Technologist
- Plumbing Technology/Plumber
- Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
- Restaurant/Food Services Management
- Surgical Technology/Technologist
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
- Welding Technology/Welder
