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Estimated Cost
$10,666
Financial Aid
$6,973
Students
10,000 - 19,999
About William Rainey Harper College
William Rainey Harper College is a comprehensive community college in Palatine, Illinois, United States. The college was established by referendum in 1965 and opened in September 1967. It is named for William Rainey Harper, a pioneer in the junior college movement in the United States and the first president of the University of Chicago.
William Rainey Harper College Rankings
Prepler rankings are based on rigorous and in-depth analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education.
2024 Best Colleges in America
#3261 of 6828
2024 Best Colleges in Illinois
#192 of 274
Best Property management Colleges & Universities in America
#1 of 119
Most Popular Majors
The most popular major at William Rainey Harper College is Medical followed by Liberal Arts, Business Management, Disciplinary Sciences and Mechanic/Repair Tech.
Graduation Rate
Graduation rate of college is a strong indicator of success of the college’s students in attaining their educational goals. Prepler defines graduation rate as the percentage of first-time, full-time students who graduated from William Rainey Harper College within four or six years.