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Morton College
Cicero, Illinois · Public community college · Training programs available:
Address: 3801 S Central Ave, Cicero, IL 60804 · Phone: (708) 656-8000 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Morton College is a public trade and career school in Cicero, Illinois, offering CNA classes, medical assistant programs, and LPN/LVN programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Morton College's completion rate is 30.9%, below the Illinois state average of 58.4%, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Median graduate debt is $8,000 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $42,406.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Morton College participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), and about 36.5% of its students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing assistants | $37,590 | $45,960 | $48,380 |
| Medical assistants | $36,400 | $46,090 | $49,460 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $58,880 | $75,000 | $79,560 |
| HVAC and refrigeration mechanics and installers | $46,690 | $77,410 | $96,030 |
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $34,190 | $49,170 | $73,640 |
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,890 | $51,320 | $61,520 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, under 300 hours | 54 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 18 | $47,081 | $51,551 | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 14 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 4 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | Associate degree | 3 | 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
Morton College is a public trade and career training campus in Cicero, Illinois, located in a large suburb. The school participates in federal financial aid (Title IV), so students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans to help cover costs. Morton College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-specific accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. Its most-awarded trade programs are CNA classes (54 completers), medical assistant programs (18 completers), and LPN/LVN programs (14 completers), among seven total program families that also include HVAC, auto mechanics, and welding.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 30.9%, which is below the Illinois state average of 58.4%. Graduates who took out loans carried a median debt of $8,000, and median earnings ten years after entry were $42,406. About 36.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a substantial share of lower-income enrollment. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This campus may suit students pursuing shorter, credential-based healthcare and technical training, such as CNA or medical assistant certificates, rather than longer associate degree tracks, though program length details are not specified here. Adults changing careers should confirm program length, schedule, and course delivery directly with the school. To verify accreditation status and review the latest federal outcome data, check the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard or contact Morton College directly.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Morton College's top trade programs are CNA classes (54 completers), medical assistant programs (18 completers), and LPN/LVN programs (14 completers). The school offers seven program families total, including HVAC, auto mechanics, and welding.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Morton College is accredited. Its accreditors include the Higher Learning Commission, the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, and the American Physical Therapy Association's Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, Morton College participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students may use FAFSA, Pell Grants, and federal loans.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate at Morton College is 30.9%, which is below the Illinois state average of 58.4%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $8,000, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings for graduates 10 years after entry are $42,406, per federal data.
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 (708) 656-8000 or visit https://www.morton.edu/ for current tuition information.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Morton College is a public institution, which often means lower published tuition for in-state residents compared to private for-profit schools, though specific cost figures are not reported here.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the data provided. Contact Morton College directly at (708) 656-8000 or visit https://www.morton.edu/ to confirm program schedules and durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation status and review federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?147411.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The data does not specify program schedules or formats, so fit for adult career changers cannot be confirmed from federal data alone; contact the school directly to ask about flexible scheduling.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing and certification requirements are not reported in this data. Contact Morton College at (708) 656-8000 to learn about specific program requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Morton College by phone at (708) 656-8000 or visit their website at https://www.morton.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?147411 to compare outcomes across institutions.
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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.