202 South Halstead Street
Chicago Heights, IL 60411

As a comprehensive two-year institution of higher learning, Prairie State College has been dedicated to serving students since its founding in 1957. Since its early days in the basement of a local church, this Illinois community college has continued to grow and expand in both size and program offerings. Now located on a 137-acre campus, Prairie State College offers over 100 different academic and career programs for students to choose from.

Students who wish to jumpstart their entry into the workforce will find the skills and knowledge they need with Prairie State College's career programs. From courses in business, computer aided design, and industrial technology, to classes in early childhood education, fitness, and music, a variety of career aspirations can be pursued. As for students who wish to attain a bachelor's degree in a particular area, this Illinois Community College offers a variety of associate degree transfer programs. By enrolling in this program students can more easily transfer their earned credits to a traditional four-year college or university.

Quick Facts:

Prairie State has been accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

This Illinois Community College boasts an enrollment of more than 5,000 students and a student-faculty ratio of 20:1. The average age of the student body is 29.

Prairie State College encompasses a main campus in Chicago Heights, which features 13 buildings, and the Matteson Area Center in Matteson, Illinois.

Students at this participate in such sports as men's and women's basketball, men's and women's soccer, men's and women's cross country, men's golf, women's volleyball, baseball, and softball.

At Prairie State College's Student Success Center, students will find tutoring services, workshops, and a computer lab.

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