Quick Facts
Get to know Triton College at a glance. As a nationally recognized public community college, this snapshot offers a quick look at who we are, what we offer and our impact in the community.
- Students: 17,000+ annually
- Programs: 130+ degrees and certificates
- Location: River Grove, Illinois (Chicago suburb)
- Campus: 110-acre campus including classrooms and labs, athletic facilities, botanical garden and the Cernan Earth and Space Center.
- Designation: Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). Over 40% of our students identify as Hispanic.
- Recognitions: Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, Achieving the Dream Leader College
- Impact: Triton adds $1 billion in income to the Cook County economy, supporting 10,944 jobs.
- Cost: $158 per credit hour; less than $6,000 per academic year.
- Financial Support: Students receive more than $18M annually through scholarships, Pell Grants, and other aid.
- Average Class Size: 18
- Degrees and Certificates Awarded: 1,800+ annually
Triton College's District 504 proudly serves the following 25 towns and villages.
Illinois Community College Locator
Berkeley
Broadview
Brookfield*
Elmwood Park
Forest Park
Harwood Heights*
Hillside
Hines
LaGrange Park*
Maywood
Norridge*
North Riverside
Northlake
Norwood Park*
Oak Park
River Grove
Riverside
Rosemont*
Schiller Park
Stone Park
Westchester
* Indicates only portions of these communities are located in District 504.
Mission Statement
Valuing the individual, educating and serving the community.
Vision Statement
A community with equitable opportunity for growth and success.
Shared Values
Collaboration | Equity | Integrity | Diversity | Excellence
Strategic Direction
Triton College’s Strategic Plan translates our mission and vision into measurable priorities focused on student success, institutional sustainability, and innovation and technology.
Explore the Strategic Plan (FY26–FY30)
What's Happening Around Our Campus?
Triton College Student Dylan Ramirez Earns Statewide ICCTA Student Success Award
Triton College student Dylan Ramirez, 20, of Elmwood Park, has been selected as a recipient of the 2026 Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA) Gregg Chadwick Student Success Award.
Published: May 12, 2026Triton College to Celebrate 60th Commencement with Class of 2026
On Saturday, May 16, Triton College will welcome 2,063 graduates ranging in age from 16 to 73 years to the ranks of its alumni at the Class of 2026 commencement ceremony.
Published: May 11, 2026