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Triton College
Triton College, also referred to as TC, is a two-year community college located in River Grove, Illinois, United States. It is located approximately 14 miles northwest of Downtown Chicago. The College, with its associated buildings, covers an area of over 100 acres of suburban land.
Triton College has the following departments:
- Adult Education
- Apprenticeship Training
- Arts and Sciences
- Center for Business and Professional Development
- Continuing Education Department
- Division of Career Education
- Learning Resource Center
- School of Business and Technology
TC's athletic teams are known as the Trojans. The College sponsors soccer, basketball, wrestling, baseball, volleyball, softball, and tennis.
Notable alumni of TC include Kirby Puckett, whose name is included in the Baseball Hall of Fame; and Lance Johnson, Chicago White Sox outfielder.
Campus Location2000 5th Ave The campus is in a large suburb. |
Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)
| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate | 788 | 36 |
| < 1 year certificate | 242 | 20 |
| 1-2 year certificate | 109 | 21 |
Students
Student enrollment was 15,658 in 2007-2008 (8,655 full-time equivalent).
Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.
About 1% of freshmen are from countries other than the US. Students living in the US make up 99% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| State Tuition and fees | $ 5,734 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,160 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,120 |
Financial Aid: Triton College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.
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Schools Similar to Triton College
| School | Location | Enrollment | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Waubonsee Community College | Sugar Grove, IL | 8,731 |
| 2 | Moraine Valley Community College | Palos Hills, IL | 15,859 |
| 3 | Southwestern Illinois College | Belleville, IL | 13,713 |
| 4 | The University of Texas at San Antonio | San Antonio, TX | 28,533 |
| 5 | John A Logan College | Carterville, IL | 7,559 |
| 6 | Metropolitan State College of Denver | Denver, CO | 21,425 |
| 7 | City Colleges of Chicago-Olive-Harvey College | Chicago, IL | 4,078 |
| 8 | California State Polytechnic University-Pomona | Pomona, CA | 21,477 |
| 9 | Elgin Community College | Elgin, IL | 9,613 |
| 10 | South Suburban College | South Holland, IL | 6,260 |
Faculty
Tenure (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| With tenure | 81 | |
| Without tenure; working toward tenure | 40 |
Housing and Meals
On-campus housing is not available.
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Highlights
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Triton College Highlights
- Many students concentrating in nursing and emergency medicine, science, and nutrition and exercise therapy.
- Large number of students.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- High faculty salary.
- Many mature (40+ year old) students.
- Superior share of faculty on tenure track.
Other important characteristics:
- Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates.
- Faculty tenure system.
- Library on-campus.
- Distance learning available.
- Weekend study option.
- Part-time classes available.
- Athlete financial aid.
Programs of Study
(Number of degrees in 2008-2009 in parentheses)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
- Accounting
- Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
- Business Administration and Management
- Fashion Merchandising
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration
- Selling Skills and Sales Operations
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
- Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
- Data Modeling/Warehousing and Database Administration
- Information Science/Studies
- System Administration/Administrator
- Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
- Electrician
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
- Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
- Culinary Arts/Chef Training
DESIGN
- Design and Visual Communications
- Interior Design
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
- Teacher Assistant/Aide
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
- Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
- CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
- Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
- Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
- Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
- Child Care Provider/Assistant
HOSPITALITY
- Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
- Restaurant/Food Services Management
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE
- Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations
- Landscaping and Groundskeeping
- Ornamental Horticulture
LIBERAL ARTS
- General Studies
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
- Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
- Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians
MEDIA
- Platemaker/Imager
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
- Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
- Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
- Ophthalmic Technician/Technologist
- Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
- Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
- Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
- Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
- Kinesiology and Exercise Science
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
- Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science
PRODUCTION TRADES
- Welding Technology/Welder
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
- Construction Management
SCIENCE
- Biological and Physical Sciences
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
- Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
- Fire Science/Fire-fighting
- Security and Loss Prevention Services
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
- Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
Selected Careers of Interest
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- HVAC Mechanics And Installers
- Administrative Services Managers
- Advertising Managers
- Automotive Mechanics
- Bus And Truck Mechanics
- Engineering Managers
- Financial Analysts
- Financial Managers
- Financial Specialists
- General Managers
- Home Health Aides
- Insurance Underwriters
- Loan Officers
- Management Analysts
- Marketing Managers
- Medical Lab Technologists
- Nursing Aides And Attendants
- Police And Sheriffs Patrol Officers
- Radiologic Tech
- Registered Nurses
- Sales Managers
- Sonographers
- Supervisors Of Police And Detectives
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