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Illinois College of Optometry

Chicago, IL·Private·www.ico.edu/

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Illinois College of Optometry is a private nonprofit university in Chicago, IL. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 65/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Illinois College of Optometry is a private nonprofit university in Chicago, IL. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 65/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Out-of-State Tuition
$14,980
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Urban setting

Ski Access

24 miles

Four Lakes

Weather

Cold Climate

44°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Four Lakes

Illinois

24 mi away
9 skiable acres7 lifts
33 mi away
15 skiable acres7 lifts
55 mi away
135 skiable acres11 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Chicago, IL

26°Jan29°Feb38°Mar48°Apr58°May68°Jun74°Jul74°Aug67°Sep54°Oct43°Nov31°Dec

Station: CHICAGO NORTHERLY ISLAND · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

65/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety5360100
53/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
60/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Room & Board
$14,980
Total
$14,980

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Fields of Study

2 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

OptometryProfessional
117 grads/yr$133,895

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Optometry
Professional117 grads$133,895
Optometry
Doctoral

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Illinois College of Optometry located?

Illinois College of Optometry is located in Chicago, IL. The main campus address is 3241 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

Is Illinois College of Optometry the right fit for me?

Whether Illinois College of Optometry is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost and financial aid, campus culture in Chicago, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Illinois College of Optometry against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Illinois College of Optometry directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Private
Location
Chicago, IL
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Doctoral
School Year Weather
Cold · 44°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
65/100
Nearest Airport
Chicago, IL (MDW) · 8 mialso ORD (18 mi), GYY (19 mi)

Location

Chicago, IL

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.