Overview
Triton College was founded in 1964 as a public two-year community college serving River Grove, Illinois, and the surrounding western Chicago suburbs. It was established to provide accessible higher education and workforce training to residents of Illinois Community College District 504. The college is best known for its strong career and technical education programs, including automotive technology, nursing, and public safety training, as well as its role as a transfer pathway to four-year universities.
At a Glance
| Type | Community College |
| Location | River Grove, Illinois |
| Founded | 1964 |
| Total students | 8,000 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 18:1 |
| Acceptance rate | Open Admission |
| Graduation rate | 25% |
| Average starting salary | $38,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $4,200 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $11,500 |
| Room & board | N/A |
| Average financial aid | $4,500 |
| Students receiving aid | 65% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | N/A |
| Regular deadline | Rolling |
Top Programs
- Nursing
- Automotive Technology
- Culinary Arts
- Criminal Justice
- Business Administration
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.