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A Place Where You Belong

Whether you are thinking about starting college, determined to complete your degree or working to advance your education, CCSJ has a place for you.
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Breaking Down Barriers

Calumet College of St. Joseph is empowered to truly know our community of students. We’ll give you the support you need to complete your degree, secure a job in your field and contribute to the economic growth and social fabric of your community.

Financial Support

95% of our students receive financial aid, and all admitted students are automatically considered for internal scholarships and grants.

Academic Support

All students can receive comprehensive academic support that offers hands-on academic resources and guidance, free of charge.

Personal Support

We serve our diverse student body through the lens of social justice and with an ethic of service. Everyone in our community can utilize our services to support their personal needs.

About

Calumet College of St. Joseph

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 accepting, supportive, community environment empowers our unique student body to explore their passions, embrace their purpose and achieve their goals—be it in the classroom, with our competitive sports teams, among our robust student groups and beyond graduation.
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CCSJ #1 Most Diverse College in Indiana

Source: U.S. News & World Report 2022-2023

CCSJ News

IT IS WITH GREAT PRIDE AND ENTHUSIASM THAT WE ANNOUNCE THE PUBLIC PHASE OF THE BELONGING & BECOMING CAMPAIGN

CCSJ Celebrates the Completion and Groundbreaking of Two Community Projects
CCSJ Celebrates the Completion and Groundbreaking of Two Community Projects
Calumet College of St. Joseph (CCSJ) celebrates the completion of one project and the groundbreaking of another this fall. Both projects are supported through the Lilly Endowment Campus & Community Collaboration Initiative grant, awarded to CCSJ in August of 2024 to advance a series of community-driven projects over the five-year grant period. CCSJ’s proposal “Campus as Community, Community as Campus”…
2026 Senior Farewell Toast
2026 Senior Farewell Toast
A Toast to the Class of 2026! Thursday, April 23, 2026 Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Program starts promptly at 5:30 p.m. Join us in celebrating our graduates with a champagne toast and celebration in honor of commencement. This event—limited to fall, spring and summer graduates—is an opportunity to enjoy one last event together as a class.  The event includes…
60th Annual Board of Trustees’ Scholarship Gala
60th Annual Board of Trustees’ Scholarship Gala
Friday, April 11, 2025Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana Thank You for Making the 2025 Trustees’ Scholarship Gala a Remarkable Success! What an unforgettable evening! Thanks to your generous support, the 2025 Trustees’ Scholarship Gala was a truly inspiring celebration of community, commitment, and the power of education. Because of you, we came together to honor remarkable individuals, celebrate our shared…
2025 Senior Farewell Toast
2025 Senior Farewell Toast
A Toast to the Class of 2025! Thursday, April 24, 2025 Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Program starts promptly at 5:30 p.m. Join us in celebrating our graduates with a champagne toast and celebration in honor of commencement. This event—limited to fall, spring and summer graduates—is an opportunity to enjoy one last event together as a class.  The event includes…

EXCELLENT SCHOOL. I received a great education from some of the coolest educators around. I recommend this school to anyone, especially if you’re into the humanities.

Arnold Rojas, Class of 2015

Faculty members at CCSJ strive to help you achieve your goals, pushing you beyond your potential and opening doors to new opportunities. By taking the initiative to ask for what you need, you can make the most of their support.

Carlos Macias, Class of 2023