Generations College
Chicago, Illinois · Private, nonprofit · 310 undergraduates
Of 3 programs with reported earnings, 2 leave graduates out-earning a typical Illinois high-school graduate (about $36,082/yr) and 1 fall short. Another 2 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $18,723 |
| $30k to $48k | $19,710 |
| All families (average) | $18,894 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Associate's Degree | $17,776 | -$18,306 | falls short | $30,000 | n/a |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Associate's Degree | $40,226 | +$4,144 | clears the bar | $20,000 | 4.8 yrs |
| Legal Support Services | Associate's Degree | $48,423 | +$12,341 | clears the bar | $23,730 | 1.9 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 70% of students receive Pell grants · 11% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.