My career goal is to be an ultra-successful engineer. I think my education in the U.S. will not only help me achieve that, but it will also improve my technical and management skills.
College of DuPage
Fast Facts
- School Size
Large
- Tuition
$5,000—$10,000 Year
- Affiliation
Public
- Type of School
2yr/Community College
- Student Body Gender
Co-ed
- Religious Affiliation
No Affiliation
- Scholarships for International Students
No
- Conditional Admission Available
No
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Setting
City
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Type of Housing
Apartment
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Test Scores
TOEFL: 40+
- Social Media
The Midwest’s Largest Community College
College of DuPage is the Midwest’s largest comprehensive, single-campus community college and is dedicated to serving the diverse higher educational, civic and cultural needs of our students. The College is located in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, a suburban city 25 miles west of Chicago.

Academic Programs
College of DuPage offers the first two years of undergraduate course work. The College awards seven associate degrees:
- Associate in Arts
- Associate in Science
- Associate in Engineering Science
- Associate in Applied Science
- Associate in General Studies
- Associate in Fine Arts- Art Option
- Associate in Fine Arts- Music Option
We provide relevant and challenging academics as well as an Academic English as a Second Language program. We offer a quality education that can transfer to four-year universities, so our students are prepared to excel in the classroom.
Affordable Tuition
When it comes to your degree, we believe you should never have to compromise quality for cost.That’s why we combine both—so you can have more control over your education and your future.
Tuition and Fees | $9,456 |
Books and Supplies | $1,384 |
Health Insurance | $1,496 |
Living Expenses* | $8,576 |
Total Expense | $20,910 |
*Living expenses will need to be calculated at a 5% higher rate if the student plans to live on his or her own and not with a family member. Please note that these figures are estimates and are subject to change without notice.

Faculty with Academic and Industry Experience
Faculty members are experienced, nationally recruited professionals who are dedicated solely to teaching, not research. Students will make valuable connections with faculty who have in-field experience and sit on business boards in the community.
Hands-On Learning
At College of DuPage, we’re all about learning by doing. We give our students plenty of opportunities to put their education in action—because we know that it makes them more capable to succeed. Our innovative internships, programs and facilities foster hands-on learning and give our students firsthand experience in tackling real-world challenges.
Welcoming Campus
We know that it’s easier to learn more when you feel like you belong. That’s why our campus culture is diverse, supportive, active and even personalized. We bring together individuals with a mix of backgrounds, cultures and experience, so all of our students know how to collaborate with a range of different people. You’ll find a place to fit in at College of DuPage—and when you graduate you’ll find even more ways to stand out.
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