Shimer College

Shimer College is located in Chicago, Illinois. Shimer was a small, discussion-based liberal arts college known for its Great Books curriculum. The institution operated for many years before merging with North Central College in Naperville, Illinois. Its presence in postsecondary data reflects its historical operation as an independent degree-granting institution. No current enrollment figures, completion rates, or retention rates are available in IPEDS data for this institution.

Shimer College historically offered bachelor's degree programs grounded in primary texts and interdisciplinary humanities coursework. The college was notable for its seminar-based instructional model and small class sizes. Specific current program listings are not available.

Chicago is the largest city in Illinois and a major national center for higher education, culture, and commerce. Shimer College's Chicago location allowed it to draw students from the broader metropolitan area during its years of operation in the city.