30 E Lake St, Chicago, IL, United States
Phone:773-COLLEGE
Harold Washington College, City College of Chicago
- Harold Washington College (HWC) is one of the seven colleges that make up the City Colleges of Chicago, a system of community colleges in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
- HWC was founded in 1962 as Loop Junior College, and was renamed in honor of Harold Washington, the first African-American mayor of Chicago, in 1987.
- The college is located in the heart of Chicago’s Loop, which is the central business district and a major transportation hub of the city.
- HWC offers associate degrees in more than 60 programs, including Business, Liberal Arts, Health Sciences, Education, and Information Technology.
- The college also offers certificates in various fields, such as Accounting, Cybersecurity, Hospitality Management, and Web Development.
- HWC is known for its strong partnerships with businesses and industries in the city, which provide students with internship and job opportunities.
- The college has a diverse student population, with students from over 80 countries, and offers resources and support services to help students succeed academically and professionally.
- HWC has a variety of student clubs and organizations, including the Student Government Association, the Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement, and the Black Student Union.
- The college has a campus library with a wide range of resources, including books, journals, and databases, as well as study rooms and computer labs.
- HWC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is committed to providing affordable and accessible higher education to the residents of Chicago.
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