College of DuPage

College of DuPage is a public two-year institution located in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, in a large suburban area west of Chicago. It is one of the largest community colleges in the state, enrolling 37,930 students (IPEDS 2023), and holds a quality score of 34.00 out of 100. The college reports a completion rate of 24% (IPEDS 2023) and a retention rate of 66% (IPEDS 2023).

College of DuPage offers an extensive range of technical and career programs. Engineering and technology offerings include Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician, Robotics Technology/Technician, Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician, Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician, Biomedical Technology/Technician, and Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications. Design and media programs include Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD, Photographic and Film/Video Technology/Technician, and Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects. Additional programs include Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef, and Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician, offered across multiple certificate levels.

Located in DuPage County, one of Illinois's most economically active suburban regions, the college serves a large and diverse student population. Its broad technical curriculum supports workforce needs across the greater Chicago metropolitan area.