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Stellar Career College
Chicago, Illinois · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 205 W. Randolph Street, Suite 200, Chicago, IL 60606 · Phone: (773) 317-7284 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Stellar Career College is a private for-profit trade school in Chicago, IL offering radiology, medical assistant, and surgical tech programs, accredited by ACCSC.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, graduates of Stellar Career College carry median debt of $4,834 and earn $30,337 ten years after entry; the campus's own completion rate versus Illinois's 58.4% state average is not reported.
Annual cost of attendance at Stellar Career College is $29,499, federal financial aid including Pell Grants can be used, and 88.2% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $59,350 | $79,930 | $97,950 |
| Medical assistants | $36,400 | $46,090 | $49,460 |
| Surgical technologists | $48,560 | $64,650 | $77,670 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 8 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 6 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | 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
Stellar Career College is a private for-profit trade school located in Chicago, Illinois. It is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, and students can use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) to help pay for programs here. The campus enrolls 83 undergraduate students and awards credentials primarily in radiology & sonography (13 completers), medical assistant programs (8 completers), and surgical technologist programs (6 completers), out of 27 total trade program completers reported.
Federal data shows the state average completion rate in Illinois is 58.4%, though this campus's own completion rate and how it compares to that state average is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $4,834, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $30,337. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $29,499, and 88.2% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a largely low-income student population.
This campus may suit students interested in short, focused allied-health credentials such as medical assisting, radiology/sonography, or surgical technology rather than multi-year associate degrees, though exact program lengths are not reported here. Given the high share of Pell recipients, it may also draw adult learners and career changers seeking healthcare-adjacent training, though this is inferred only from enrollment data, not stated directly. Prospective students should verify accreditation status and review the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard directly, and contact the school for current program length, schedule, and tuition details before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Stellar Career College's top programs are radiology & sonography (13 completers), medical assistant programs (8 completers), and surgical technologist programs (6 completers), among 4 program families total.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, with a current 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 Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The campus's own completion rate is not reported for this campus in federal data; the Illinois state average completion rate is 58.4%, but a direct comparison is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $4,834, according to federal Scorecard data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $30,337.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The reported annual cost of attendance is $29,499.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Stellar Career College is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition levels and typical debt loads compared to public institutions; prospective students should weigh cost against reported outcomes.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges and review official outcomes data at the College Scorecard link: https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?498553.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's high share of Pell-eligible students (88.2%) suggests it serves many non-traditional or lower-income students, but specific fit for career changers, including program length and schedule, is not reported in federal data; contact the school directly.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements are not reported in federal data; contact the school at (773) 317-7284 or visit https://stellarcollege.edu/ for program-specific credentialing information.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Stellar Career College at (773) 317-7284 or through its website, https://stellarcollege.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Direct comparisons with other nearby schools are not reported in this data; consult the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?498553 to compare similar programs.
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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.