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Midwestern Career College
Chicago, Illinois · Private for-profit career college
Address: 203 N LaSalle, Chicago, IL 60601 · Phone: 31223690001010 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Midwestern Career College is a private for-profit trade school in Chicago, Illinois, offering medical assistant, radiology, and surgical technologist programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Midwestern Career College has a 53.6% completion rate versus a 58.4% state average, with median graduate debt of $7,521 and median earnings of $36,432 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Midwestern Career College is $24,216, federal financial aid can be used since the school participates in Title IV programs, and 42.5% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical assistants | $36,400 | $46,090 | $49,460 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $59,350 | $79,930 | $97,950 |
| Surgical technologists | $48,560 | $64,650 | $77,670 |
| Phlebotomists | $37,370 | $46,010 | $49,720 |
| Dental assistants | $37,360 | $48,610 | $56,860 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Illinois (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 54 | $23,112 | $19,319 | $7,521 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 21 | $39,544 | not reported | $20,000 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 18 | $39,544 | not reported | $20,000 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 16 | $23,112 | $19,319 | $7,521 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 12 | $39,544 | not reported | $20,000 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, under 300 hours | 10 | $29,576 | $29,141 | $7,125 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 1 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Midwestern Career College is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Chicago, Illinois. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, since the school participates in Title IV programs. The campus's most-awarded programs are medical assistant programs, radiology and sonography programs, and surgical technologist programs, drawing from a total of seven program families including phlebotomy and dental assisting.
Among the numbers reported for this campus, the completion rate is 53.6%, which is near the Illinois state average of 58.4%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,521, and median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $36,432. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $24,216, and 42.5% of students receive Pell Grants, reflecting a student body with substantial financial need. Placement rates and program-specific outcomes are not reported for this campus in federal data.
Given the focus on medical assistant, radiology, and surgical technologist training, this campus may suit students seeking shorter, career-specific programs rather than multi-year degrees, though exact program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data. Adults changing careers should confirm scheduling, licensing requirements, and program length directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status through the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Midwestern Career College offers seven program families, most notably medical assistant programs, radiology and sonography programs, and surgical technologist programs, along with phlebotomy and dental assisting training.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV, so students can use federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 53.6%, which is near the Illinois state average of 58.4%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is reported at $7,521.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings ten years after entry are reported at $36,432.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is listed at $24,216.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Midwestern Career College is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and the types of financial aid or oversight that apply compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Specific program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at the phone number or website listed for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review federal outcome data via the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?457536.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on shorter, career-specific fields like medical assisting, radiology, and surgical technology may suit career changers, though exact scheduling and program length are not reported for this campus in federal data and should be confirmed with the school.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Midwestern Career College by phone at 31223690001010 or visit its website at https://www.mccollege.edu/ for application details.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other Chicago-area trade schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students can use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across schools.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.