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Triton College

River Grove, IL·Public·www.triton.edu/

Campus Identity

Very Safe

Triton College is a public community college in River Grove, IL. Ski resorts are within 45 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 91/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Triton College is a public community college in River Grove, IL. Ski resorts are within 45 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 91/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$4,140
In-State Tuition
+$480 fees
$13,500
Out-of-State Tuition
+$480 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

5,000–9,999

Suburban setting

Ski Access

16 miles

Four Lakes

Weather

Cold Climate

44°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Four Lakes

Illinois

16 mi away
9 skiable acres7 lifts
21 mi away
15 skiable acres7 lifts
45 mi away
135 skiable acres11 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · River Grove, IL

25°Jan29°Feb39°Mar50°Apr61°May71°Jun75°Jul74°Aug66°Sep54°Oct41°Nov31°Dec

Station: CHICAGO OHARE INTERNATIONAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

91/100
Very Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety889295
88/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
92/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
95/100
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.

Tuition
$4,140$13,500
Fees
$480$480
Total
$4,620$13,980
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

67 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
370 grads/yr$44,502
Criminal Justice and CorrectionsCertificate
203 grads/yr
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
176 grads/yr$48,439
Biological and Physical SciencesAssociate's
166 grads/yr$52,421
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesCertificate
105 grads/yr

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

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's67 grads$81,882
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's54 grads$72,368
Biological and Physical Sciences
Associate's166 grads$52,421
Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions
Associate's12 grads$50,934
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate176 grads$48,439
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's370 grads$44,502
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Certificate203 grads
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Certificate105 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Certificate61 grads
Precision Metal Working
Certificate34 grads

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 Triton College located?

Triton College is located in River Grove, IL. The main campus address is 2000 5th Ave, River Grove, IL. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Triton College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Triton College charges $4,140/year for in-state students and $13,500/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $13,980/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Triton College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Triton College the right fit for me?

Whether Triton College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($13,500/year out-of-state), campus culture in River Grove, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Triton College against similar schools side-by-side.

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

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
River Grove, IL
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 44°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
91/100
Nearest Airport
Chicago, IL (ORD) · 5 mialso MDW (10 mi), PWK (14 mi)

Location

River Grove, 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.