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Harrington College of Design
- 200 W. Madison
- Chicago, IL 60606
- OPEID College Code: 02055200
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- General Phone: (312) 939-4975
- President: Erik Parks
- Website: WWW.INTERIORDESIGN.EDU

- Type: Private For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's Degree
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 1,418

Basic Information
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Mission Statement
- The mission of Harrington College of Design is to create the next generation of design professionals to lead and serve the global community.
Building on a tradition of excellence, Harrington delivers an unmatched educational experience offering a faculty of practicing professionals; innovative programs of design; a progressive curriculum and student-centered approach enriched by the historic, vibrant and diverse culture of Chicago.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - Library Profile
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Special Focus Institutions--Schools of Art, Music, and Design
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year
- Admission Fees N/A
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $60.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 72%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 71% | 27% | - | 3% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $11,167 | $3,049 | - | $5,000 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 1.7% | 3.2% | 4.4% |
| Number in Default | 13 | 23 | 22 |
| Number in Repayment | 743 | 704 | 490 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $15,800 | $17,960 | $17,160 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $15,800 | $17,960 | $17,160 |
| Books and Supplies | $4,075 | $1,600 | $1,500 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,218 | $6,751 | $6,214 |
| Other Expenses | $3,881 | $3,603 | $2,922 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,881 | $3,603 | $3,025 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $19,875 | $19,560 | $18,660 |
| Out of State | $19,875 | $19,560 | $18,660 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $30,974 | $29,914 | $27,796 |
| Out of State | $30,974 | $29,914 | $27,796 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $23,756 | $22,838 | $21,685 |
| Out of State | $23,756 | $22,838 | $21,685 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visual and Performing Arts | |||
| Commercial Photography | - | 32 | - |
| Interior Design | 5 | 106 | 198 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 1,418 Undergraduate: 1,418
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 246 Female: 1,172
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 246 Female: 1,172
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 615 Part-Time: 803
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 615 Part-Time: 803
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | 7 | 0.5% |
| Black | 115 | 8% |
| Asian | 67 | 5% |
| Hispanic | 140 | 10% |
| White | 970 | 68% |
| Unknown | 119 | 8% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 1 | 0.07% |
| Ages 18-19 | 153 | 11% |
| Ages 20-21 | 225 | 16% |
| Ages 22-24 | 311 | 22% |
| Ages 25-29 | 311 | 22% |
| Ages 30-34 | 165 | 12% |
| Ages 35-39 | 99 | 7% |
| Ages 40-49 | 107 | 8% |
| Ages 50-65 | 45 | 3% |
| Age Uknown | 1 | 0.07% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 213 | 89 | 124 |
| Faculty Status | 135 | 16 | 119 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 135 | 16 | 119 |
| Primarily Instruction | 135 | 16 | 119 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 26 | 25 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 7 | 7 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 45 | 41 | 4 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 39 | 37 | 2 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $60,241 (16) | $62,270 (10) | $56,859 (6) |
| Instructor | $60,241 (16) | $62,270 (10) | $56,859 (6) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $49,289 (16) | $50,949 (10) | $46,522 (6) |
| Instructor | $49,289 (16) | $50,949 (10) | $46,522 (6) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 64%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 35%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 9% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 18% |
| Female | 7% |
| By Race | |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 6% |
| Asian | - |
| Hispanic | - |
| White | 14% |
| Unknown | - |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
