City Colleges of Chicago - Richard J Daley College

What City Colleges of Chicago - Richard J Daley College does

City Colleges of Chicago is a public community college system owned and operated by the City of Chicago, comprising seven colleges (Harold Washington, Harry S Truman, Kennedy-King, Malcolm X, Olive-Harvey, Richard J. Daley, and Wilbur Wright) plus five satellite locations including the Arturo Velasquez Institute, Dawson Technical Institute, South Chicago Learning Center, Malcolm X College West Campus, and Wright College Humboldt Park. Richard J. Daley College is one of the seven constituent colleges. The system delivers credit programs leading to associate degrees and certificates, adult education (GED and ESL), continuing education, apprenticeships, and dual-enrollment Early College programs to Chicago residents and the broader Illinois community. Pricing is structured as per-credit-hour unit pricing with differentiated tiers: $163/credit hour for in-district (Chicago residents), $429 for out-of-district Illinois residents, and $538 for out-of-state and international students, with specialized healthcare programs (Nursing, Radiography, Dental Hygiene, LPN) priced higher.

The underlying technology stack is conventional higher-ed infrastructure: Brightspace learning management system for online courses, EAB Navigate for academic advising, Salesforce CRM (separate instances for enrollment and district office operations) for administrative workflows, Handshake for career services, DocuSign for form workflows, and Zoom for synchronous virtual instruction. Notable newer initiatives include the Tech Launchpad (South Side IT education hub, launched 2023), Innovation One (North Side tech center at Truman College, launched 2022), and the March 2026 Midwest AI/Machine Learning Initiative Powered by AWS, under which CCC serves as a regional lead institution for the AWS Machine Learning University. The 2024 Runway 606 partnership with Chicago Public Schools and Illinois Institute of Technology enables accelerated bachelor's-to-master's STEM pathways.

The business model is a hybrid public-sector/market structure: operating revenue derives from a combination of municipal tax revenues, Illinois Community College Board state appropriations, federal grants, tuition and fees, and financial aid (federal and state grants, work-study, scholarships, loans). Customer segments include seven distinct personas ranging from college credit students to undocumented/underserved learners. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer through a centralized application portal (apply.ccc.edu), the my.CCC.edu student portal, toll-free hotline (773-COLLEGE), and seven physical campuses plus online channels. The entity is governed by a publicly appointed Board of Trustees and reports to the City of Chicago; it is not subject to venture, private equity, or individual ownership.

Name

City Colleges of Chicago - Richard J Daley College

Legal name

City Colleges of Chicago

Website

https://ccc.edu

Company type

Public

Founded year

1960

Operating status

Operating

Short description

City Colleges of Chicago is a public community college system of seven colleges, including Richard J. Daley College, serving Chicago residents with associate degrees, certificates, adult education, apprenticeships, and AI/tech workforce training supported by district-wide funding.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community College Education

NAICS

Junior Colleges (6112), Junior Colleges (61121), Educational Services (61)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public Community Colleges (EDAHADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Comprehensive Community Colleges (Transfer + Workforce) (EDAHADAE), Urban/Metropolitan Community Colleges (EDAHADAL), University/College Continuing Education (Extension) Programs (EDAAAEAA)

Keywords

• Community college education
• Associate degree programs
• Adult education services
• Workforce training
• Continuing education

Headquarters

HQ city

Chicago

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices12 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Credit hour-based tuition with differentiated rates for in-district (Chicago residents), out-of-district (Illinois non-Chicago), out-of-state, and international students. Specialized healthcare programs have higher rates.
2. Financial Aid: Federal and state financial aid including grants, work-study, scholarships, and loans distributed through each college's financial aid office.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Richard J. Daley College, one of seven colleges in the City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) public community college system, delivers credit-bearing associate degree and certificate programs, adult education (GED/ESL), continuing education, and workforce/apprenticeship training. As part of the CCC district it operates alongside six other colleges and several satellite locations, supported by online learning, dual enrollment for high school students, and tech-focused initiatives including the AWS-powered Midwest AI/Machine Learning Initiative.

Product overview

City Colleges of Chicago is a community college system consisting of seven colleges including Richard J Daley College, offering a comprehensive portfolio of educational products and services. The core offerings include credit programs leading to associate degrees and certificates, Adult Education (GED/ESL), and Continuing Education for professional development. Technology-focused offerings include IT programs through the Tech Launchpad and Innovation One centers, with the recently launched Midwest AI/Machine Learning Initiative powered by AWS. The student experience is supported by the my.CCC.edu portal platform, the EAB Navigate academic advising system, and online learning via Brightspace LMS. Early College programs and apprenticeships provide pathways for high school students and career-focused learners. These products work together to serve students from adult education through degree completion and career placement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Tech Launchpad: Community access to IT education in new and emerging sectors on the South Side of Chicago
• Runway 606
• Innovation One
• Midwest AI/Machine Learning Initiative

Products and services

• Credit Programs (Associate Degrees & Certificates) College credit courses leading to associate degrees and certificates; credits are transferable to four-year institutions or prepare students for direct career entry.
• Adult Education (GED/ESL) Free adult education programs including GED preparation, ESL (English as a Second Language), and adult high school completion for community members.
• Continuing Education Non-credit professional development, personal enrichment, and workforce training courses for career advancement and skill development.
• Information Technology (IT) Programs Tech education programs including straight-to-career certifications, college credit pathways, apprenticeships, and continuing education tech courses, developed in partnership with major tech companies.
• Online Learning Flexible, credit-earning online courses available across all seven City Colleges, delivered via the Brightspace LMS and Zoom, following the same academic standards as in-person classes. Authorized for Illinois residents only.
• Apprenticeships (Earn and Learn) Paid earn-while-you-learn apprenticeship programs connected to growing sectors including quantum workforce development, combining on-the-job training with classroom instruction.
• Early College (Dual Enrollment) Programs that allow high school students to take college classes and earn college credit while still in high school, in partnership with Chicago Public Schools.
• Tech Launchpad Community access hub for IT education in new and emerging sectors, located on Chicago's South Side.
• Innovation One Technology, training, and resource center for diverse learners, located on Chicago's North Side at Truman College.
• Runway 606 Joint program with Chicago Public Schools and Illinois Institute of Technology that fast-tracks students from high school to STEM master's degrees via coordinated dual enrollment and transfer pathways.
• Midwest AI/Machine Learning Initiative AWS-powered AI and machine learning education initiative establishing CCC as a regional lead institution for the AWS Machine Learning University, offering industry-leading AI curriculum, faculty bootcamps, and student training programs.

Named customers4 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

AI capability2 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Amazon Web Services (AWS)coreTechnology or Integration · 13 March 2026City Colleges of Chicago selected as regional lead institution for AWS Machine Learning University (AWS-MLU), establishing the Midwest AI/Machine Learning Initiative. AWS provides industry-leading AI curriculum, training programs, and technology access to prepare students for growing quantum and AI workforce needs. The partnership includes faculty training, bootcamps, and customized educational content.
• Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Chicago Public Schools and IIT on Runway 606 program allowing students to earn both bachelor's and master's degrees within four years of completing high school. Students can fast-track from high school through STEM graduate degrees through coordinated dual enrollment and transfer pathways.
• Chicago Public Schools (CPS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCPS partnership includes Runway 606 program for fast-track STEM degrees, CPS Data Transfer for residency verification, dual enrollment programs, and Early College programs allowing high school students to earn college credit.
• Tech Industry EmployersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnerships with major tech companies ensure curriculum relevance and provide direct access to top talent for employers. Employers collaborate on customized training programs, internships, apprenticeships, and funding programs benefiting both students and employers.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Los Angeles Community College District: LACCD is a multi-campus public community college district serving Los Angeles with nine colleges plus satellite centers, comparable to City Colleges of Chicago's structure of seven colleges and satellite locations. Both are municipal-level urban community college systems offering associate degrees, adult education, and workforce training.
• City University of New York (CUNY): CUNY is the closest analog to CCC in scale and structure: a city-affiliated public higher education system serving New York City with multiple community colleges and senior colleges offering associate degrees and workforce programs. Comparable on urban scale, public funding model, and breadth of student segments served.
• Houston Community College System: Houston Community College is a large urban multi-campus public community college system offering associate degrees, technical training, and continuing education in a major U.S. metropolitan area. It is comparable to City Colleges of Chicago on operating scale, urban workforce focus, and public affordability mandate.
• Broward College: Broward College is a multi-campus public community college serving the Fort Lauderdale metro area with associate degrees, bachelor's, and workforce credentials. Comparable to CCC on urban scale, public funding model, and breadth of adult and dual-enrollment offerings.
• Miami Dade College: Miami Dade College is one of the largest public community colleges in the U.S., operating multiple campuses across a major metro area with associate degree, technical, and workforce programs. Similar to CCC in serving diverse urban learners, dual enrollment, and large continuing education populations.

Regional players

• Harper College: Harper College is a public community college in Palatine, Illinois, serving Chicago's northwest suburbs. Comparable to CCC as an Illinois public community college on tuition model, transfer articulation, and adult education, but operating in a different geography.
• Oakton College: Oakton College is a public community college serving northern Cook County suburbs adjacent to Chicago. Comparable to CCC on Illinois community-college pricing and credentialing, with similar adult education and continuing education programs but at a smaller suburban scale.
• Joliet Junior College: Joliet Junior College is a public community college southwest of Chicago serving Will County. Comparable to CCC as an Illinois public community college on tuition tiering, transfer pathways, and workforce programming, though operating at a smaller suburban scale outside city limits.
• Phoenix College: Phoenix College is part of the Maricopa County Community College District, a large multi-campus public community college system serving the Phoenix metro. Comparable to CCC on multi-campus urban community college operating model within a major Sun Belt city, though in a different region.
• College of DuPage: College of DuPage is the largest single-campus community college in Illinois, located in suburban Glen Ellyn. Comparable to City Colleges of Chicago on Illinois community-college pricing structure, transfer pathways, and continuing education offerings, though it competes primarily for suburban rather than urban Chicago residents.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/citycollegeschicago
• Facebookfacebook.com/DaleyCollege
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/citycollegeschicago
• Instagraminstagram.com/citycollegeschicago

Compliance3 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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