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William Rainey Harper College

William Rainey Harper College is a large, public institution located in Palatine, il. William Rainey Harper College offers associate degrees or certifications in 84 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 2 Year, Public
undergraduates 8,686 undergraduates
cost $9,942 undergraduate tuition
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Academics

The degree or certification you pursue is major! William Rainey Harper College is known for its top major, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Their student-faculty ratio is 18:1.

Graduation Rate
Retention Rate
18 :1
Student to faculty ratio

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Annual tuition & cost

In state

Annual tuition $9,942
Additional expenses
Books & supplies $1,328
Cost of attendance* $11,270
Financial aid package $6,816
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Out of state

Annual tuition $11,754
Additional expenses
Books & supplies $1,328
Cost of attendance* $13,082
Financial aid package $6,816
Estimated cost $6,266 See my potential costs

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*Cost of attendance is the average of annual expenses including tuition, books, room, board, and other living estimated living expenses.

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? William Rainey Harper College has a total enrollment of 8,686, with gender‑binary students split 44% male and 56% female.

Total enrollment

13,069

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Student type

Full-time

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
44%
African American %
5%
Hispanic American %
33%
Asian %
13%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
1%
Multiracial %
4%
Unknown %
0%
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Campus info

map 1200 W Algonquin Rd, Palatine, IL 60067-7398
phone 847-925-6000

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about William Rainey Harper College so you have more information to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is William Rainey Harper College?

William Rainey Harper College is located in Palatine, il.

How much does it cost for 2 years at William Rainey Harper College?  

The estimated cost for 2 years at William Rainey Harper College including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $8,908 .

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