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City Colleges of Chicago-Olive-Harvey College
Chicago, Illinois · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 10001 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL 60628 · Phone: (773) 291-6100 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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City Colleges of Chicago-Olive-Harvey College is a public trade school in Chicago, Illinois, offering CDL/truck driving, auto mechanic, and aviation maintenance programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 21.2% completion rate versus a 58.4% state average, with median graduate debt of $7,646 and median earnings of $31,114 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; federal financial aid can be used here, and about 33.3% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $39,710 | $60,320 | $75,600 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $34,190 | $49,170 | $73,640 |
| Aircraft mechanics and service technicians | $46,460 | $81,680 | $126,500 |
| Bus and truck mechanics and diesel engine specialists | $44,760 | $64,340 | $80,640 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 64 | $21,132 | $20,140 | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 1–2 years | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
City Colleges of Chicago-Olive-Harvey College is a public trade and career campus located in Chicago, Illinois. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, and students here can use federal financial aid (Title IV) to help pay for their education. The college's most-awarded programs include CDL and truck driving training, auto mechanic training, and aviation maintenance (A&P) programs, drawing from a set of program families that also include diesel mechanic training.
According to federal data, the campus completion rate is 21.2%, which is below the Illinois state average of 58.4%. Among graduates, median debt is reported at $7,646, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $31,114. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 33.3% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a meaningful share of low-income students enrolled at this campus. Total undergraduate enrollment is 1,661, with 87 trade program completers reported.
This campus may suit students interested in shorter, hands-on training programs such as CDL/truck driving or mechanic-focused trades rather than longer academic degree paths, though specific program lengths are not reported here. Adult learners or career changers considering this route should independently verify accreditation status through the Higher Learning Commission and review current outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling, since completion rates at this campus are below the state average.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
This campus offers CDL/truck driving training, auto mechanic training, and aviation maintenance (A&P) training, along with diesel mechanic programs, across 5 total program offerings.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with a status of Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grant funding.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 21.2%, which is below the Illinois state average of 58.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $7,646.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $31,114.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (773) 291-6100 or visit its website for current tuition details.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a public institution, part of the City Colleges of Chicago system, which typically means lower tuition rates for in-state residents compared to for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported in the available federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program duration.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Higher Learning Commission and review federal outcome data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?144175.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The program mix, including CDL, auto mechanic, and aviation maintenance training, suggests a focus on hands-on trade skills, but specific fit for adult career changers is not detailed in the data provided; contact the school to discuss scheduling and program options.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach the school by phone at (773) 291-6100 or visit its website at https://www.ccc.edu/colleges/olive-harvey/Pages/default.aspx for application information.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
This specific comparison is not reported in the available federal data; use the College Scorecard link to compare this campus's completion and earnings data against other schools.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.