Oakton College

1600 E Golf Rd., Des Plaines, IL 60016

  • Public
  • 2-year college
  • 17 trade programs
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About Oakton College

Oakton College is a public 2-year college in Des Plaines, Illinois, with about 17,467 students a year. It offers 17 trade programs we track, including nursing assistant (CNA), automotive technician, EMT & paramedic, and HVAC technician. It was formerly known as Oakton Community College.

Costs and outcomes

Average net price
$5,183
per year, after grants and scholarships
Completion rate
37%
of full-time students finish
Median earnings
$47,852
10 years after starting
Students with Pell Grants
19%
a sign of how many get federal aid

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Figures cover the whole school, not one program. Ask the school for the full cost of the program you want.

Trade programs

Healthcare

Welding & manufacturing

Public safety

IT & electronics

Automotive & transportation

Construction trades

Graduate counts are certificates and degrees the school reported to the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS, 2023–24). Confirm current programs, schedules and costs with the school.

Location

Oakton College
1600 E Golf Rd.
Des Plaines, IL 60016

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