Calumet College of Saint Joseph


2400 New York Ave.
Whiting, IN 46394


Calumet College of St. Joseph is a community of scholars and academic excellence, offering Bachelor's degree programs in almost 20 areas, as well as a variety of Master's and associate degree programs as well as certificate programs. With a strong affiliation with the Catholic Church, Calumet College of St. Joseph is a prime choice amongst prospective students looking for a healthy ratio between academic study and extracurricular activity and personal growth opportunity. Student to teacher ratio is a low 14:1, and class sizes are more like stimulating discussion groups rather than traditional lectures.

This college in Illinois is a community-centered institution. Working professionals enrolled in Calumet College's adult accelerated program are offered once a week and weekend classes to meet the needs of working students who want to obtain their B.A. More than 1,300 students are currently enrolled in one of the school's many academic programs. Similarly, this commuter College in Indiana also offers a degree completion program, an 18-month program aimed at providing students who hold Associate Degrees with the opportunity to complete their Bachelor's of science degree in organization management, healthcare management, or law enforcement management.

With a large Hispanic and African American population, Calumet College boasts a diverse student population, which makes it both unique and rich in culture. Even though this college in Illinois is a commuter school, there is no lack of a community feel or of student activity. Many participate in campus ministry, drama club, the astronomy club, and the creative writing club, among dozens of others.

With such a variety of academic and extracurricular opportunities, it's no wonder Calumet College of Saint Joseph is ranked second among Midwest schools offering master's programs in U.S. News and World Report. This college in Illinois remains committed to providing an educational platform for academic and personal growth for its current and prospective students.

Quick Facts:
  • There is no tuition hike for out-of-state students at Calumet College of Saint Joseph.

  • Calumet College of Saint Joseph has the lowest tuition of any private college in Illinois.

  • Calumet College was the first college in its geographical area to offer a bachelor's degree

  • This college in Illinois has its own student-run literary magazine called Against the Grain.

  • Calumet College currently has nationally recognized athletic teams including women's and men's sports. In 2000, it introduced a successful intramural program.

  • The Calumet College campus is comprised of a single building that sits close to Lake Michigan.

  • Graduating and matriculating students alike benefit from the campus's career services center, which provides career and academic advisement, as well as interviewing and resume writing skills.



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