City Colleges of Chicago-Olive-Harvey College (CCCOHC) Introduction and Academics

Introduction

Established in 1970, Olive-Harvey College is a public, two-year institute located in Chicago, Illinois. It is a member of the City Colleges of Chicago system. The institute is named in the honor of two Chicagoans – Milton Lee Olive and Carmel Bernon Harvey, both of whom lost their lives in Vietnam while on duty with the United States armed forces. OHC is the largest campus of any of the city colleges, providing an environment contributing to personal, social, and academic growth and success.

Information Summary

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Overall Score (about)	52.4
Total Cost On-Campus Attendance	$5,404
Admission Success rate	N/A
Student Ratio Students-to-Faculty	19 : 1
Retention (full-time / part-time)	53% / 53%
Enrollment Total (all students)	2,663

Academics

Academic tracks include associate’s degrees, certificates, and short-term training programs to prepare students for transfer to bachelor’s degree programs, start a career, and secure a job. The institute offers associate’s degrees and certificates in diverse areas of study such as accounting, child development and pre-school education, computer information systems, African American studies, photography, biology, and process technology.

Adult and Continuing Education (ACE) offers free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes to assist students with mastering the English language, while the free Adult Basic Education program prepares students to pass the GED test. The non-credit classes include short-term job training/career skills courses, personal development, and leisure courses in diverse areas of study.

The Child Development Lab Center offers childcare help to students, staff and the community. The center is open throughout the year to children ranging from 3 to 5 years of age. Middle College is a substitute education program for high school students. The students take courses that suit high school graduation requirements.

OHC Online:

The Center for Distance Learning (CDL) offers more than 90 courses in a variety of disciplines and enrolls approximately 10,000 students each year. The online courses allow students to pursue further education from anywhere, anytime. It is an advantage for individuals who are unable to attend a traditional college due to personal and professional commitments.

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Admissions

Students seeking admission must send the completed application form along with their official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Students are also required to take the SAT/ACT tests. Transfer students must send the application form along with the official transcripts from all previously attended institutes. International students are also encouraged to apply for admission. Applicants from non-English speaking countries must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

Financial Aid

The college believes in providing equal education to all, and hence it offers financial assistance to the deserving students in the form of financial aid. The Office of Financial Aid helps students in applying for need-based grants, scholarships, and federal work study programs. All students must complete the online Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and other grant and scholarship applications to be considered eligible for the financial aid.

Scholarships like Domm Book Scholarship and Marilyn Casey Scholarship are considered gifts, and they do not require any repayment. The College also sponsors federal work study programs through which it helps students take up part-time jobs to pay for college. Veteran educational benefits are provided to the veteran and their family members. Some of the veteran benefit programs include The Illinois Veterans Grant Program, The Illinois National Guard Grant, The Illinois MIA / POW Scholarship, and The Vocational Rehabilitation Program.

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Students

The Student Government Association (SGA) represents the diverse student body and presents its concerns to the college administration. All students have the opportunity to participate in the elections to decide who their SGA representatives will be each year. There are several on-campus student clubs and organizations based on varied interests. Students are encouraged to participate in the organizations which include African American Studies Association, Chroma Art Club, Child Development Club, Better Actors Bureau, Business Club, Psychology Club, Cheerleading, Math Club, Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Society, Psi Beta Psychology Honor Society, and the Student Nurses Association Chapter.

The Academic Advising Center assists students in their graduation and necessary course plan. The college advisors offer a variety of workshops in stress management, study skills, and academic success. Some of the responsibilities of the Academic Advising Center include interpreting student policy manual; developing individualized education plan (IEP); assessment and application for graduation; assistance with reviewing courses, workshop and organizing new student orientation sessions.

Campus Facilities:

The Learning Resource Center supports all educational programs and provides academic services for students of diverse levels of ability and preparation. It maintains an environment that is conducive to individual and collaborative study and research. The librarians provide information literacy instruction and support to help students become self sufficient in information access.

The CATS Center empowers students and the community through its diverse programs and services to implement and develop a plan to accomplish their existing and future career goals. The center provides a planned program of developmentally suitable activities that are intended to improve young children’s normal curiosity. The additional services include annual career fair, career advising, career assessment, mock interviews, and resume preparation.

The Office of Disability Advocacy Services (ODAS) encourages independence and assists students in realizing their academic potential. It helps students with documented disabilities to facilitate and eliminate any physical and attitudinal barriers. Some of the services include sign language interpreters, note takers, transcribers, classroom accommodation and financial aid application assistance.

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Athletics

The athletic department sponsors men’s and women’s teams which participate in intercollegiate level sports such as baseball, volleyball, and basketball. The College is a member of the NJCAA (National Junior College Athletic Association). Some of the facilities at Olive-Harvey include open swim, open gym, and weight room.

Additional School Information

TRIO is a program partially-funded by the United States Department of Education to offer academic enhancement and personal development activities to the students who belong to the low-income group or have disabilities. The activities are designed to increase retention and graduation rates of the participants. The services include academic advising, career planning, personal counseling/ referrals, activities for students with disabilities, cultural/ educational activities, tutoring, transfer planning assistance, college tours, workshops and seminars.

Accreditation

Accreditation is granted by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The College also holds other discipline based accreditations from agencies such as Department of Adult Vocational, Illinois Community College Board and the Illinois Office of Education and Technical Education. OHC is also approved by the Illinois State Board of Education and Illinois Board of Higher Education.

City Colleges of Chicago-Olive-Harvey College