Calumet College of St. Joseph (CCSJ) is a private, four-year Catholic institution, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, offering master's, bachelor's, and associate's degrees. Located blocks from Lake Michigan and minutes from downtown Chicago, we offer a vibrant and stimulating learning environment while remaining affordable and accessible to all students. Our committed faculty are able to connect with students through small class sizes and individualized attention. Our values-based approach, rooted in the Catholic tradition, grounds students in the importance of social justice, service, and community.
CCSJ’s small, supportive, community environment empowers our unique and diverse student body to find their passions and achieve their goals; be it in the classroom, with our competitive sports teams, or our robust student groups.
Calumet College of St. Joseph
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Class of '18
Education
"The amazing professors and administrators in the Education Department guided me to become the professional I am..."
Class of '22
Psychology
"My favorite part is the closeness of the students and the faculty. Everything is so available for the students – the library, the resources, the teachers and their office hours."
Class of '22
Education
"My professors are there to help me learn, and it’s more about ensuring that I learn than just about getting a grade... They make it an opportunity to learn."
Class of '19
Business Management
"I was excited to leave home and start a new adventure. I like the off-campus living at CCSJ. The small classes have been great and have enabled me to form lasting relationships with my professors."
Class of '18
Criminal Justice
"What I learned and gained during my time at CCSJ will carry me through my lifetime."
Class of '21
Forensic Biotechnology
"The school offers so much to help you, and the professors reach you. They help you no matter what. There is this easy connection to your professors and they make it easy to learn."
