Advance your career here.
A growing number of Illinois adult students choose
Harper College for career success.
As a Chicago-area professional, you can look to Harper for career
counseling and courses that will boost your earning power – whether
you’d like to recession-proof your career, switch careers, or complete
a business degree or certification in today’s top in-demand fields.
Here are six smart reasons adults like you are choosing Harper:
1. Quality Education
When you compare the affordable tuition and extraordinary quality of our courses to other adult learning programs, you’ll find the best value here. We offer hundreds of degrees and certificates, top-notch faculty, and credit transferability so you can go on to earn your bachelor's degree.
2. Adult-Friendly Learning Environment
Our teachers understand the distinctive needs and
learning styles of those who have been out of the classroom awhile. They relate course theory to practical business situations.
3. Career Fast Tracks
If you’re motivated to succeed quickly, our FlexEd® options will help you speed up the pace. Choose from Adult Fast Track Accelerated degrees, offered through the Professional Advancement and Learning Center, or a Quick Certificate for a career in less than a year, and online classes and certificates.
4. Flexible Schedules
We can help you achieve your goals even though you have full-time commitments to your job and family. Our many learning options work around your life.
5. Exceptional Career Counseling Services
Our knowledgeable and experienced career advisors will help you chart your educational path to achievement. You can also take advantage of one-on-one help and other support. The Professional Advancement and Learning Center offers individual career coaching services for those enrolled in qualifying programs.
6. Accelerated Earning Power
Research shows that education level is directly related to your average income. When you complete a bachelor’s degree or higher, you can expect to earn $1 million or more over the course of your career compared to a high school diploma. Ask Admissions to show you how to get started.
