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Special Olympics Spring Games 2022 was a Hugh Success

Getting ready to go back on the beautiful stage @NEIU this May 23rd- 27th!”

Junior students hard at work today creating props and designing the set for their upcoming musical! The students are so excited to get back on the beautiful stage @NEIU this May 23rd- 27th! #SpecialEducation #musical #communitypartners @network14cps
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Please consider donating for the two projects we are working on! With the help of Chibernoonie design, Chicago Cares and Discover, we are building a Sensory Garden and Cafe at NLC! Any amount will help. Please share this post/video to help spread the word! Also, you can text the word Northside to 44321 to access our fundraising page. Thanks so much for your support!♥️

Northside Learning Center Cafe and Sensory Garden

NLC Friends and Family Fest October 1st

Hair spray, Cinderella dresses and sleepless nights of anticipation mark prom at CPS special needs high school

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We couldn’t be happier we found Share Our Spare this year. We look forward to continuing our partnership!!

Team 2 ASM Spring Program. NLC Husky Mosaic Complete

Our Freshman students had a blast during their bowling field trip. A huge thank you to @wavelandbowl
for your kindness to our students. They had a great time and can’t wait to come again! #specialeducation #fieldtrip #bowling ️

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It’s club day and Dance Club is showing off their moves! Thanks for hosting us, ️
@SauganashPark ♥

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PBIS BASKETBALL GAME APRIL 2022

Congratulations to our Basketball Team and Special Olympics State Champions!
They worked hard and earned the prize!! Go Huskies!!!

NLC Virtual Polar Plunge for Special Olympics 2022

Thanks to all who helped make NLC’s Polar Plunge a huge success! We were able to raise 8,632.00 for @SpecialOChi Way to go, Huskies!♥️ Many more pics & videos to come! This video featuring NLC student & Special Olympian, Ethan! #SpecialEducation @network14cps

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Spirit Week 2022

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2022 Open House

Our Club Assembly
was next level!

Students were introduced to all the amazing club opportunities offered at NLC. Can’t wait to see what they choose! We have a feeling Drum Corps will be a front runner!

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Art Appreciation Club Day

Students learned about artist, Jacob Lawrence and worked to replicate one of his famous works. Excellent job!

Stopping by the cafe for a coffee and sweet treat

Antonio, Maria & Joey are learning every aspect to running a cafe successfully: Customer service, money exchange, making coffee, janitorial tasks & more! Stop by @NLCCPS cafe for a coffee or sweet treat!

Stop by @NLCCPS cafe for a coffee or sweet treat!

Freshman Students Working On A Joint Math & Occupational Prep Lesson

Freshman students working on a joint math & occupational prep lesson. They were practicing the multi-step task of going to the movies! #specialeducation #teaching #handsonlearning

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Our students are lucky to go to OTAT weekly as part of their community-based vocational training classes. A beautiful blend of learning job tasks, responsibility & comfortability with animals♥️ #SpecialEducation @network14cpsQuote

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City of Chicago :: Chicago Early Learning (CEL)

The City of Chicago is committed to providing children across the city with access to high-quality early learning through a comprehensive, citywide system of school- and community-based programs known as Chicago Early Learning (CEL). The Children Service Division (CSD) at the Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) administers funding to all community-based CEL programs. CSD’s efforts to build this strong system of services are guided by the following three priorities:

• Maximize access to high quality early learning programs by matching investments to the needs of local communities and reducing the barriers to entry for children and families;
• Improve the comprehensiveness and quality of early learning across all programs to ensure that children and families’ needs are met; and
• Create a strong system of service providers by increasing support and reducing the administrative burden for community-based providers of early learning

CEL Website & Hotline – ChicagoEarlyLearning. org, Hotline: 312-229-1690

The CEL hotline and website are top resources for accessing CEL programs and services like the early learning application, program map and more. 

CEL Program Implementation Manual – Chicago Early Learning Standards Manual (CELS) 2.0

The Manual has been a group effort—the result of thoughtful input from staff of the Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) Children Services Division, the Chicago Public Schools Community Partnership Program, and Head Start, Early Head Start, Pre-School for All, and Prevention Initiative delegate agencies. The Manual provides guidance of program implementation for all Chicago Early Learning programs.

CEL Extended Partnerships – Click here to read news release

The City extended funding for 25 early-learning program providers that saw a decrease of more than 20% in funding as a result of the 2019 CEL RFP process. The City extended funding for those providers to 80% of their existing contract level through June 30, 2020, which allowed children and families to remain in their current programs through the program year.

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Baker McKenzie’s CEL RFP Process Assessment – Click here to read the report

In an effort to address the integrity of the 2019 CEL RFP process, DFSS retained law firm Baker McKenzie in a pro bono capacity to conduct an independent review of the Early Learning RFP process. Specifically, Baker McKenzie was requested to assess DFSS’s RFP to consider whether DFSS had a process for the RFP and adhered to that process in its selection of provider agencies.

Baker McKenzie concluded that the CEL RFP process was appropriate, fair and unbiased. Baker McKenzie’s determined that the CEL RFP process was reasonably designed, that DFSS adhered to the process set out in the RFP and that DFSS demonstrated a commitment to bring objectivity, impartiality and a level playing field to the RFP process.

FAQs on the Baker McKenzie Process Assessment

CEL 2019 Request for Proposal (RFP) – Click here for RFP Details

In April 2019, DFSS released the Chicago Early Learning RFP.   This RFP, the first in roughly seven years, asked early-childhood education organizations to submit proposals that embraced:

• Advancing kindergarten readiness,
• Providing access to high-quality Chicago Early Learning programs in community-based organizations in neighborhoods across the city,
• Improving quality standards: lower child-to-adult ratios, raising staff qualifications, increasing teacher salary minimums, prioritizing education/appropriate early learning services, etc., and
• Maximizing funding streams: blending of federal and state dollars in order to fund early learning at the level necessary to deliver quality education.  

CEL RFP Guidance

CEL RFP Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The Context

The service philosophy of the City of Chicago and CEL is that children of all backgrounds require quality early learning experiences to promote their social emotional, physical, language and cognitive development. The roll out of Universal Pre-K (UPK4) in communities across the city and new, state policies that allow children to enroll in kindergarten earlier will shape a new early childhood ecosystem that community-based programs and public schools must respond to. In the 2017-2018 school year, all kindergarten teachers in Illinois began observing their students on a common set of developmental measures using the Kindergarten Individual Development Survey (KIDS). According to the KIDS study, only 22% of African-American children and 15% of Hispanic children are considered school-ready when they show up on the first day of kindergarten.

Competitive Process

DFSS received close to 250 proposals from over 150 different agencies. 

The Funding

Through this RFP, DFSS distributed to community-based agencies $193,147,500 in funding to support early learning services for children birth to five. In federal funding, this includes $80,884,000 in Head Start, $25,587,000 in Early Head Start, $12,281,500 in Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership, and in state funding this include $32,049,000 in Preschool for All, and $42,346,000 in Prevention Initiative.

The Effective Date

DFSS granted extensions to state funded programs (PFA/PI), and all current grantees will be funded through November 30, 2019. DFSS will work with agencies that are not being funded in the new contract to develop customized transition plans for both families and agencies over the next three months.

The Increased Investment in Early Learning

Across the city there was an increase of nearly 1,600 early learning slots in community-based agencies through the RFP. While some communities did, in fact, see a reduction in funding as a result of the RFP, others saw an increase. Increases and decreases by community were due to many factors, including the quantity and quality of application by community area, the targeted populations by community area, community area need and capacity. Through the RFP, funded agencies are being better compensated for services for each slot. The increased teacher salaries and higher quality standards were the reasons DFSS increased the cost per child, or reimbursement rate, across programs as illustrated below.

For preschool services:

For infant/toddler services:

RFP Awarded Grants 

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Ada S McKinley Community Services Inc.	$  8,310,400
Alain Locke Charter School	$    216,000
Albany Park Community Center, Incorporated	$ 1,518,200
All Star Kids Academy	$    183,600
Allisons Infant & Toddler Center Inc	$  1,996,200
Asian Human Services, Inc.	$  2,960,000
Board Of Trustees Of Community College District #508, County Of Cook And State Of Illinois	$  4,739,760
Brain Box Literacy Academy & Educational Services	$      91,800
Breakthrough Urban Ministries, Inc.	$     359,400
Carole Robertson Center For Learning	$10,045,575
Casa Central Social Services Corporation	$     543,200
Catholic Charities Of The Archdiocese Of Chicago	$ 5,108,400
Centers For New Horizons Inc	$ 4,405,800
Chicago Child Care Society	$ 3,581,600
Chicago Commons Association	$ 9,726,960
Chicago Youth Centers	$ 6,075,780
Children’s Center For Creative Learning Inc	$    427,200
Children’s Center Incorporated	$    982,600
Children’s Development Corporation	$ 1,078,800
Children’s Home & Aid Society Of Illinois	$ 1,254,800
Children’s Place Association	$    595,000
Childserv	$    430,000
Chinese American Service League, Inc.	$    785,600
Christopher House	$ 5,668,000
Concordia Place	$ 1,065,000
Cottage Grove Community Services DBA Busy Bumble Bee Academy	$    616,000
Cuddle Care, Inc	$      81,000
DreamChild Development Center	$      97,200
Early Child Care Services Inc	$      43,200
Easter Seals Metropolitan Chicago, Inc	$ 5,732,440
El Hogar Del Nino	$ 4,209,760
El Valor Corporation	$13,611,720
Erie Neighborhood House	$ 4,251,760
Family Focus, Inc.	$    546,000
Family Focus, Inc.  Home Based/Home Visiting	$ 1,332,000
First Start Child Care Academy South, Inc.	$    240,400
Foresight Children Learning Center Inc	$      97,200
Gads Hill Center	$ 7,849,405
Galewood Enterprises LTD	$    427,200
GIA Group Inc dba The Learning Tree II	$    557,600
Heaven’s Learning Garden Inc.	$    711,400
Henry Booth House	$ 8,712,640
Higher Learning Daycare & Education Center Incorporated dba Higher Learning Childcare & Development	$    711,200
Hobby Horse Nursery School Ltd dba Lake Shore Schools	$ 2,186,200
Holy Family Ministries	$    367,200
Howard Area Community Center	$    330,000
Illinois Institute for Children	$    443,800
Improved Child Care Management Services Corporation	$    655,440
Institute Of Positive Education	$      91,800
It Takes A Village Child Care Services, Incorporated	$ 5,907,315
J AND L Family Day Care Inc.	$    194,400
JPE Day Care Center, Inc.	$    271,600
Judah International Outreach Ministries Inc	$    713,200
Kenyatta Day Care Center	$      97,200
Kiddy Kare Pre Sschool Inc	$    712,800
Kimball Daycare	$ 4,857,800
Lakeview Development Center	$      91,800
Lawndale Educational And Regional Network Charter School	$    615,600
Lee’s Cuddles N Care Inc	$      97,200
Literacy Zone, Inc	$    273,200
Little Achievers Learning Center Inc	$      91,800
Little Genius Community Daycare Center Inc	$    183,600
Little Hands Child Creative Center Inc	$    183,600
Little Kiddies Inc	$      97,200
Loop Learning Center Inc	$ 1,133,400
Marillac St. Vincent Family Services Inc DBA St. Vincent DePaul Center	$ 2,057,400
Mary Crane League	$ 7,143,520
Metropolitan Family Services	$ 4,604,000
Montessori Foundations Of Chicago Inc	$    198,000
Mother’s Touch Inc II	$      91,800
N & K Corporation	$    457,440
New Pisgah Missionary Baptist Church DBA New Pisgah Day Care	$    557,600
North Star Child Development Center	$    275,400
Northwestern University Settlement Association	$ 1,003,920
One Hope United – Northern Region	$    550,800
Onward Neighborhood House	$ 2,311,000
Options For Youth HV	$    430,000
Ounce Of Prevention Fund	$ 1,141,400
Pathways To Learning Child Care Center Incorporated	$    183,600
Project Org + Design Studio HV	$    360,000
Rachel’s Learning Centers LTD	$    704,000
Reach For The Stars Childcare Academy Inc	$      91,800
Refugeeone HV	$    240,000
Serendipity Child Care Inc	$ 1,327,870
SGA Youth & Family Services, NFP	$ 3,810,480
Shining Star Youth & Community Services DBA Shining Star Early Learning Academy	$ 3,866,280
Sinai Community Institute, Inc.	$    600,000
South-East Asia Center	$    162,000
Star Kids Math and Science Academy, Inc.	$      91,800
Stepping Stones Early Childhood Learning Center Inc	$    318,000
Sweet Pea Academy	$    267,800
Teddy Bear Nursery Schools Inc	$ 1,797,400
The Baby Academy	$    443,800
The Chicago Lighthouse For People Who Are Blind Or Visually Impaired	$      91,800
The Hana Center	$    756,320
The Montessori Network	$    583,000
The Salvation Army	$ 3,112,400
Trinity United Church Of Christ Child Care Centers, Incorporated	$ 2,368,480
True To Life Foundation HV	$    660,000
Tuesday’s Child	$    220,000
Whiz Kids Nursery Center Inc	$      81,000
Young Achievers Academy Inc	$    568,000
Young Men’s Christian Association of Chicago	$ 8,045,435

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The Greatest Preschool in the Universe

A program of creative development and artistic performance. Our preschoolers indulge in artistic exploration, with interactive, multi-phased activities that motivate a practical application of resourcefulness and ingenuity. The activities that form our preschool curriculum have been developed over years and combine some of the most exquisite materials children could ever dream of using and engaging and lesson plans that integrate literacy, logic, and problem solving into creative application.

With graduating students consistently testing into the high nineties percentile. Rainforest has been recognized by some of Chicago’s most prominent private elementary schools with many of our students feeding into their program.

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The Wonderfully Wonderful Babies of Our Enchanting Nurseries

Our charming infant program is guided by kind gentle experienced caretakers, remarkably high staff ratios, and engaging lesson planning. We work with parents to plan the nursery schedule around each families personal needs. Every infant’s daily itinerary is designed to comfortably conform with their individual dosha. The activities and projects that make Rainforest such a magical place are gently integrated into each babies day, giving them an early taste of the spectacle and the spotlight from the very beginning.

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For The Love of Art

Rainforest is our wondrous spectacle of artistic splendor, now with two locations in Chicago. Our full-day preschool and infant programs fabulously blends artistic creation, theatre production, ceramics, poetry, and occasional chicken wrangling, into a program unlike anything ever seen in the world of early childhood education.

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Celebrating The cultivation of the creative spirit The artistic domain of Rainforest is the dynamic that has set our curriculum apart and earned our programs notoriety.

Nature

Our environmentally focused style encompasses a hands on immersion into some of the most exotic and fascinating experiences in nature. From gardens and terrariums, to chickens and the worlds largest collection of killer* doves, Rainforest offers a mesmerizing interaction with nature.

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An All-Natural Culinary Delight

More energy and planning has been put into the meals a Rainforest than any other childcare lunch program in the universe….really! Years ago, we brought in some of the greatest culinary minds in Chicago to help in the development of an all natural and organic lunch program. In the process Rainforest became a launching pad for several of Chicago’s premier school caterers, including our current partner, the greatest school caterer in Chicago, Green Monkey Catering. All of them learned their trade cooking exclusively for the students of Rainforest.

Our full kitchen crew personally gets to know the needs of every child at Rainforest. They then create an all natural lunch program, every day completely from scratch, using natural and organic ingredients.  The level of quality and personal care that is put into each child’s meal is unheard of in programs this size. Learn more about our meals by visiting our catering company, Green Monkey Catering

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Early Learning — Chicago Youth Centers

Success Starts Here

CYC’s Early Learning Program engages children early and works with families so children enter kindergarten ready and eager to learn and successfully transition through all phases of their academic experience.

CYC’s Early Learning Program enables children to develop the cognitive and social-emotional skills needed to persist and succeed in school. Through our expert staff, commitment to research, intentional program delivery, and collaborative partnerships, we provide transformative education and support so children can begin to experience their possibility and promise. 

The children in our programs work with qualified teachers to experience:

• A structured curriculum

• Literacy and STEM enrichment

• Creative arts

• Language development

• Social-emotional learning

• Family engagement

• … and more!

CYC offers Early Learning programs in Riverdale, Humboldt Park, North Lawndale, and South Shore. Please contact the Center you are interested in learning more about how to get your child enrolled. We offer rolling applications for youth between the ages of 15 months to 5 years old.

Additionally, we work with a number of partner sites in various Chicago communities to provide effective programming. Please contact us to learn more about the locations we are in.

OUTCOMES

Our data shows that our teaching strategies work and that CYC children make significant growth in all domains throughout the year.

In our most recent program year, CYC’s Early Learning program achieved the following outcomes:

• 89% of children met or exceeded social-emotional learning goals.

• 92% met or exceeded physical goals.

• 87% of children met or exceeded cognitive goals.

• 83% of children met or exceeded literacy goals.

• 82% of children met or exceeded mathematics goals.

• 100% of children met Spanish language and literacy goals.

Family Engagement

Family Engagement is a especially important to our Head Start program.  We empower families to create a sense of well-being at home and nurture strong relationships between parents and children. We work with a Parent Policy Committee to ensure that we are meeting the most pressing needs of our families and communities. We also conduct home visits, host parent conferences, and work with parents as volunteers at our Centers. Throughout the year, we offer a variety of parent engagement activities and workshops, addressing topics including:

• Developing Parent Leadership

• Educational “At-Home” Activities

• Inspiring Literacy Among Your Children

• Parenting Programs (YOU Program)

• Goal Setting with your Children

• Family Nights

• Financial Literacy

• Health and Nutrition Classes

To learn more, or enroll your child today, contact Talina Carter-Bowie at [email protected].

Teaching Philosophy

At Chicago Youth Centers, we provide comprehensive services around social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth in young children. Our program fosters curiosity, creativity and self-esteem by encouraging children’s abilities and interests through child-initiated and teacher-supported play. Through research-based curriculum and assessments, children become kindergarten-ready while also developing into explorers and lifelong learners. Our classroom environment is carefully designed to reflect the children’s interests and support social-emotional development, including positive self-image, independence, and interdependence. This focus also equips children with the tools to regulate their emotions, communicate with others, and use compassion and empathy. Additionally, our program provides children with a safe space and nutritious meals.

Our program is reliant on open communication with caregivers, for they ultimately play the most vital role in their child’s development as they are the child’s first teacher. As much as we love to care for and guide children, we know that we cannot do this work alone – it is equally important that caregivers are supported as active participants in their children’s education. Caregivers and teachers share a common priority: providing the best that they possibly can for their children.

Through vibrant and holistic partnerships with local community organizations, and a focus on supporting the whole child, our families are best served. With all these pieces working together in harmony, we believe our children will reach ideal development.

Looking for Activities to do with your child at home?

CYC’s Early Learning team has been busy creating content for you to do with your little ones during the Stay-at-Home order. The best part is, you can do these any time of the year!

Raindrop Early Learning Center | A Chicago Daycare, Pre-School, and After-School learning center

Our Center

Located on Chicago’s southside, Raindrop Early Learning Center is a place where childern are valued, learn more.

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Meet the staff that makes Raindrop a warm and welcoming environment.

Programs & Curriculum

Learn more about the classes and services we offer at Raindrop.

What To Expect At Raindrop

From our Nutrition standards, to our Covid-19 precautions, learn more about the day to day experience of our scholars .

Family Feedback

The staff is nurturing, and I know my child is happy when I drop them off and you can see and feel that they feel safe and happy. I work full time and I couldn’t imagine anyone else being with my child all day. It really is a family.

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The learning environment and approach taken by the teachers is amazing. The kids get so much out of it that truly prepares them for the future.

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I love everything about Raindrop  – the curriculum, the owners, the teachers, the parents, etc. When I drop my kids off each day, I feel like I’m entrusting them to family. Everyone deals with my need to know everything about my children and all my instructions so gracefully and patiently. This is truly an amazing place.

Family Feedback

We like Raindrop because the teachers and staff seem to get to know each child, care about them, and care about their learning. We also really like how we receive regular updates on how our child is doing during the day. Overall, it is clear that Raindrop has their act together. We appreciate the regular communication about the school and its policies so that there are no surprises.

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The teachers and staff really have our kids’ best interests at heart. We recommend Raindrop to everyone we meet!

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We made a good decision to put our daughter in this Center. Raindrop has an excellent curriculum for pre-kindergarteners. The children are exposed to a wide variety of subjects. The teachers and staff are excellent and take good care of kids.

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We transferred to Raindrop after attending a different preschool/daycare. The difference is measurable. The Raindrop Center is organized, keeps the kids busy with fun and educational projects all day, the teachers really care about the students and both teacher and administration communicate well and frequently. The school is clean and provide healthy snacks for the kids. They take Covid19 and all illnesses seriously, which can seem like a hassle but is for everyone’s health and I appreciate the vigilance.

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Very responsive to parent needs and concerns. Clean facility and appropriate academics for each developmental stage.

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Wonderful staff, great communication, fun learning plans, my children look forward to going to school and they are safe. We’ve been very impressed by the teachers and how they work with each child and set them up to be prepared academically and socially as they begin elementary school and beyond. While the children certainly play and have fun this is not just a daycare.

Family Feedback

The communication is superb, the teachers are friendly, knowledgeable, and fun, and the whole atmosphere is happy. We truly appreciate the dedication and care taken by everyone in the building, especially having started a child at Raindrop during a pandemic. Our son comes home every single day asking to go back to school, and this is the most important way to begin his many years of education ahead. THANK YOU!

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As a parent I am very pleased about how my child has progressed and how happy he is at school. My child talks about school and the great things that he is learning. The teachers are great and really helpful. My child is doing great educationally, and we couldn’t be happier about the services we are receiving.

About Raindrop

We offer a friendly, educational and nurturing environment for preschool, pre-K and kindergarten kids in the Chicago area. Raindrop Early Learning Center encourages early learning and the development of social skills through play, creative activities and other noncompetitive exercises. As professional educators, our teachers emphasize the growth of the child as a whole.

We take a holistic approach to your child’s development. Our philosophy is to encourage early learning and to promote the children’s overall well-being. Our staff comes from diverse professional and personal backgrounds, but they all share one thing in common – a devotion to your child’s health and development.

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Child Care and Early Education

 

One Hope United Child Development Centers cater to the individual needs of each community, child and family in our care. We nurture children’s growth and partner with parents to help children become independent, self-confident, inquisitive learners. Our curriculum-based programs focus on preparing students to succeed when they enter kindergarten. Visit your center’s page to schedule a tour!

View our COVID-19 Health and Safety Procedures, a reference to keep families informed about how we are working to keep students and staff safe. 

Download our FAQ for Parents, a reference tool to help any family choose a child care or early learning program.

 

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Active Learning

At One Hope United, your child will be actively learning throughout the day. Using the Creative Curriculum, our teachers design classroom environments with learning centers based around math and science, literature, music and movement, art, dramatic play, computers, and more. Through hands-on activities and the Respectful Infant Environment approach, children of all ages learn to explore, make choices, and understand the world around them.

Healthy Living

We believe in nurturing each child’s mind, body and soul. Our proprietary Healthy Lifestyles curriculum emphasizes exercise, healthy routines, nutritional practices and environmental awareness. Daily indoor or outdoor activities that promote this philosophy include cooking, maintaining center gardens, recycling, and gym or playground time.

Technology in the Classroom

Technology is a crucial part of any education today. Many of our classrooms incorporate computer activities and SMART Boards—interactive digital screens that support a range of learning styles, from tactical to visual to audio. Our Des Plaines, and Wilmette centers use Tadpoles, an app that allows teachers to send you photos, videos, and updates on your child’s day, straight to your email or smart phone. More centers will begin using tadpoles soon!

Family-Centered Care

We support your child’s healthy development both at our centers and while they’re at home. Our centers build deep relationships with the communities they’re in and customize their care to each individual child and family who attends. Centers offer parent programs to help you bond with your child and support their education, and our curriculum includes events that encourage family participation.

Nationally Accredited

All of our eligible centers are accredited or undergoing accreditation by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)—a distinction held by less than 10% of centers in the country.

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• Preschool

• School Age

“Every day, we feel secure knowing that we made the right choice and that our son is in a safe, nurturing, and playful environment that allows him to explore and learn about the world around him. ” – Parent

The world is a new and exciting place for an infant! Our infant program offers a safe and stimulating environment which allows children to move freely and explore materials. Nurturing staff engage in meaningful interactions with infants during this critical period of learning. Teachers work closely with families to create an individualized schedule to meet the needs, development and growth of each infant.

Social-Emotional Development
Infants develop feelings of trust in others as their needs for food and comfort are met. The routines of primary caregiving are enacted by caregivers through individualized responsive interactions. Social development begins when infants smile, recognize, and seek out familiar faces.

Intellectual Development
Infants learn through their senses and by active exploration. They are provided opportunities to move about and experience a variety of textures, sounds, tastes, smells, shapes and colors that are challenging and enjoyable. The role of caregivers is to talk, sing and play simple games to stimulate curiosity and to provide materials appropriate to each stage of infant development.

Physical Development

Infant activities enable children to practice basic skills of reaching and grasping, rolling, sitting, walking and climbing. Small muscles develop as children begin to feed themselves, as well as through play with a variety of toys.

Moral Development and Guidance
Infants and toddlers rely totally on caregiver reaction to their behaviors to determine right behaviors from wrong. They have not yet developed internal controls. Caregiver guidance that is consistent, firm and lovingly applied is what these very young children depend on to learn fundamental ways of relating to others.

“One Hope United provides such an enriched environment that I could not provide at home.” – Parent

Toddlers want independence as they are now walking and beginning to talk. Our toddler program allows children the freedom to attempt new experiences through the use of carefully selected materials and equipment. The toddlers and two year olds will gain confidence in knowing what will come next through a flexible yet structured schedule which will include time for self-exploration and group experiences.

Social-Emotional Development
Toddlers develop feelings of independence as they learn to do things for themselves and use language to express themselves. Giving opportunities to make choices, helping children label things and feelings, and giving comfort when children become frustrated are fundamental to the daily routine. Social learning includes being kind to friends, playing side-by-side, turn-taking and simple role-playing.

Intellectual Development
Toddlers learn through manipulating objects and opportunities to find out how things work. They are provided materials for building, for putting together and taking apart and for exploring. The role of caregivers is to ask and answer questions, to acknowledge learning, to model language and to provide appropriate materials to foster curiosity.

Physical Development
Toddler activities encourage children to develop strength, balance and coordination as they practice jumping and running, as well as more controlled activities like moving to music. Small muscles develop through activities such as playing with playdough, interlocking blocks and coloring with crayons. Children gain independence through self-help skills such as using the toilet, washing hands, using a spoon and fork, and dressing and undressing themselves, with the assistance of teachers as necessary.

Moral Development and Guidance
Toddlers rely totally on caregiver reaction to their behaviors to determine right behaviors from wrong. They have not yet developed internal controls. Caregiver guidance that is consistent, firm and lovingly applied is what these very young children depend on to learn fundamental ways of relating to others.

“What impresses me most about One Hope United is the curriculum. The teachers focus on the different personalities and different interests of the children.” – Parent

Our preschool program builds a foundation for a child’s future success in school. The children are active learners, meaning they will learn through hands-on experiences. Every classroom has the following areas: art, science, math, language, and dramatic play. Within the centers, materials are available for children to use independently or in small groups. On any given day, walking into one of our preschool programs you may see children tracing letters at the writing table, exercising self-expression through art materials, or sorting items according to color and size.

Social-Emotional Development
Preschool children develop feelings of competence through successful accomplishment of tasks and positive play experiences with others. Social learning includes taking direction from others, as well as being a leader, and using language to promote friendship and problem solve. Providing opportunities for children to appropriately express their feelings is fundamental to the daily routine.

Intellectual Development
Preschool children learn through experiences and opportunities to integrate them into what they already know. Children’s readiness for formal schooling is most effectively promoted by play experiences in which they feel the freedom to try out new ideas, practice skills and imitate teachers roles. As part of our play based philosophy the children’s knowledge and skills in literacy, prereading and prewriting, mathematical concepts, scientific methods and social studies are expanded. They are provided materials for pretending and role playing, as well as for drawing, writing and creating. The role of teachers is to provide experiences that will challenge children to ask questions, to risk trying new ideas, and to encourage problem solving and teamwork.

Physical Development
Preschool children gain strength, coordination and mastery through games that involve running, skipping and hopping, through balance and creative movement. Small muscle development is facilitated through activities of writing, cutting and building with small manipulatives and zipping, buttoning and tying shoelaces.

Moral Development and Guidance
Preschool children begin to develop feelings of empathy for others and are developing greater control of their emotions and behavior. Teachers guide children with firm, consistently applied limits and use instances of inappropriate behavior as teaching opportunities to help children learn self control and respect for the rights of others. Teachers serve as role models providing necessary reinforcement to positive behaviors. Principles of equity, tolerance, honesty, honor and loyalty are demonstrated by teachers and reinforced through play experiences, appropriate discussion and children’s books. Techniques for guiding behavior include setting clear limits, providing positive redirection, helping a child express feelings and offering alternatives to inappropriate behavior. We value the partnership of families in this process and will seek extra help from families as necessary.

“I’m impressed with how much interaction the teachers have with the students” – Parent

After School, Vacation and Holidays, Summer Camp
One Hope United’s School Age Program offers children a well-rounded before and/or after education that includes academic enhancements, group activities to promote social and emotional development and plenty of exercise. Our school-age children have opportunities to choose activities that will provide a change of pace from the structured school day. We promote self-expression through art, singing, dancing and drama. Cooperative group activities build language and social skills, while time in the gym and on the playground strengthens their bodies. One Hope United’s School Age Program emphasizes healthy lifestyles and proper nutrition with the understanding that a healthy body fuels a healthy mind. The centers also follow the hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) philosophy where children learn problem-solving skills that help bolster their academic performance. Additionally, homework time is provided with assistance by qualified teachers.

Social-Emotional Development
School-age children have opportunities to work together on creative projects, play board games and be with friends in a supervised setting.

Intellectual Development
School-age children can choose activities to challenge their developing skills. The role of teachers is to seek out their ideas and involve them in setting up the program.

Physical Development
School-age children need opportunities to unwind through physical games and team sports. They are encouraged to make independent choices with the teacher’s support and supervision.

Moral Development and Guidance
School-age children can set rules for their own behavior and that of others. They need a teacher’s guidance in helping them apply rules of fairness to situations they encounter in a relaxed out-of-school setting.

Summer Camp
One Hope United Child Development Centers’ Summer Camp offers children fun hands-on academic activities along with sports, cooking, arts and crafts and opportunities to make new friends and experience diverse cultures.

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Study and study in Chicago prices, get an education in Chicago USA for Russians

Check out the educational institutions in the city of Chicago where you can sign up for language courses or get an education. Education is available for Russians with accommodation in a hostel, a private house or in a teacher’s family.

The cost of studying in Chicago ranges from 686982 ₽ (12500 USD) to 2651914 ₽ (48253 USD) and depends on the chosen language programs of educational institutions (schools, colleges, universities). The UniWestMedia Education Center will help you with the selection of documents for obtaining a US visa.

Universities of the City of Chicago

Name	Country	City	Bachelor (USD)	Master (USD)
University of Chicago Booth School of Business	US	Chicago
Catholic Theological Union	US	Chicago	0	0
Toyota Technological Institute Chicago	US	Chicago	0	0
City Colleges of Chicago	US	Chicago	0	0
Chicago School of Professional Psychology	US	Chicago	0	0
Illinois College of Optometry	US	Chicago	0	0
Lutheran School of Theology Chicago	US	Chicago	0	0
Erikson Institute	US	Chicago	0	0
Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies	US	Chicago	0	0
Adler School of Professional Psychology	US	Chicago	0	0
Art Institute of Chicago	US	Chicago	0	0
Meadville Lombard Theological School	US	Chicago	0	0
MacCormac College	US	Chicago	0	0
American Academy of Art	US	Chicago	0	0
Institute for Clinical Social Work	US	Chicago	0	0
Northwestern College Chicago	US	Chicago	0	0
Fox College	US	Chicago	0	0
Northeastern Illinois University	US	Chicago	12500	12500
Harrington College of Design	US	Chicago	17500	17500
Concordia University Chicago	US	Chicago	20000	20000
Depaul University	US	Chicago	20000	20000
University Rush	US	Chicago	20000	20000
Resurrection University (West Suburban College of Nursing)	US	Chicago	20000	20000
Saint Xavier University	US	Chicago	20000	20000
Vandercook College of Music	US	Chicago	20000	20000
Roosevelt University	US	Chicago	20000	20000
Columbia College Chicago	US	Chicago	20000	20000
Chicago State University	US	Chicago	20000	20000
Kendall College	US	Chicago	20000	20000
North Park University	US	Chicago	20000	20000
School of the Art Institute of Chicago	US	Chicago	20000	20000
Robert Morris University Illinois	US	Chicago	20000	20000
National Louis University	US	Chicago	20000	20000
University of Illinois at Chicago	US	Chicago	21000	23000
Loyola University Chicago	US	Chicago	35000	17000
Illinois Institute of Technology	US	Chicago	39000	23000
University of Chicago	US	Chicago	48253	45000

As an international student in Chicago, you won’t feel like an outsider, as you will experience multicultural diversity both at the universities and throughout the city. Study abroad in a city renowned for its delicious cuisine and efficient transportation system.

A large number of international students enter local universities every year, thanks to affordable housing prices compared to other American cities, as well as friendly residents and a rich cultural environment.

Chicago, the “Windy City”, one of the most populous cities in the United States, is located in northeastern Illinois, on the southwestern side of Lake Michigan.

Study in Chicago

In Chicago, you can specialize in any subject area: bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, research and professional programs. Some of the most popular subjects you could study in Chicago are law, medicine, public policy, social studies, business, life sciences, economics, journalism, engineering, communications, finance, and more.

A number of master’s programs specialize in the following areas: political science, philosophy, mathematics. The city’s business schools run top-level MBA programs that will significantly improve students’ career prospects.

You can apply for a number of distance learning courses, either entirely online or as regular on-campus meetings.

Take a short course as an introduction to a subject that really interests you or to further specialize in a topic you want to be an expert in.

Institutions of higher education in Chicago value the opinions of international students. Universities include graduate and undergraduate research teams and support research activities through special projects and resources.

Enrolled students have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including libraries and sports fields, and are encouraged to collaborate with academic and community student organizations.

Career opportunities

With one of the most balanced and diversified economies in the US, Chicago is the headquarters of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and home to financial and futures exchanges, including the Chicago Stock Exchange, the Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE), and the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (“Mercantile Exchange”) ).

Chicago is also one of the richest cities in the US, with 12 Fortune Global 500 companies and 17 Financial Times 500 companies. industry, publishing, medical services and more.

Other companies with local offices: Boeing, Kraft Foods, McDonald’s, Motorola, United Airlines, General Electric.

Students also have numerous internship opportunities at leading companies in many fields.

Things to do in Chicago

Life in Chicago is an entertainment scene, walking in the parks and supporting some of the world’s most famous sports teams. Take a photo of the Sears Tower, one of the city’s most iconic buildings.

Among the museums and cultural institutions you can visit: Field Museum of Natural History, Shedd Aquarium, Art Institute of Chicago, Museum of Chicago History, DuSable Museum of African American History, National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen, Museum of Photography.

You can watch the performance at the Stepnoy Volk Theatre, the Victory Gardens Theatre, the Goodman Theatre, the Cadillac Palace.

Live music venues and clubs are part of Chicago’s cultural heritage; you can hear the famous Chicago blues, jazz and Chicago gospel. The Joffrey Ballet and the Chicago Ballet Festival perform at various venues.

Enjoy beautiful walks in large Hyde Park, head to the beach or admire amazing outdoor art.

Sports are an important part of Chicago as the city is home to two major league baseball teams: the Chicago Cubs of the National League and the Chicago White Sox. Other popular sports teams include the Chicago Bears for national football and the Chicago Bulls for basketball.

Try the Chicago hot dog and pizza, especially Chicago sandwiches like the Italian Beef Sandwich. You can also enjoy many ethnic restaurant districts: Mexican-American neighborhoods, Greek Town, Little Italy, Chinatown and more.

International Atmosphere

Chicago was a favorite destination for immigrants from all over the world, and the situation has not changed. Chicago is home to ethnic communities from Ireland, Italy, Poland, the Czech Republic, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Asia, and Mexico. The Hispanic or Latino population makes up nearly 30% of the total population.

The high degree of internationality of the best shows in the variety of delicious dishes is a great attraction for both most Americans and foreign visitors.

Weather

Summers in Chicago are warm, sometimes hot and often humid, with an average temperature of 25°C. Winters are cold and snowy, with temperatures below freezing. Proximity to Lake Michigan makes downtown Chicago cool in early summer and mild in winter. While Chicago is known as the Windy City, it is less windy than many other major American cities.

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One of the largest cities in the USA, economic, financial and industrial center, Chicago is the cultural and scientific capital of the Midwest. The Windy City is also known as the largest transportation hub in North America. In addition, Chicago is one of the world’s centers of higher education.

List of Universities Chicago

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The University of Chicago, once funded by a donation from John D. Rockefeller, is now known for revolutionary discoveries in a wide variety of scientific fields. The world’s first controlled nuclear reaction was carried out here. One of the graduates of the famous university, biologist James Dewey Watson, received the Nobel Prize for discovering the structure of the DNA molecule. The university has a large library and has over 240 buildings at its disposal. The names of many famous people are associated with the activities of the university: for example, Michelle Obama worked in a clinic at the University of Chicago. The University of Illinois at Chicago is known for its advances in medicine. The Illinois Institute of Technology is renowned for its Nobel Prize-winning alumni, renowned architects and engineers: Institute alumnus Martin Cooper is today known as one of the first inventors of the mobile phone. Chicago is home to the world’s largest Roman Catholic university, DePaul University. Interestingly, its graduates often choose the acting profession and become famous throughout the world: such as Gillian Anderson and Judy Greer. There are more than 70 large private universities and a dozen large public colleges and universities in Chicago.

Why Choose Chicago Universities?

• Chicago is an extraordinarily elegant city, the birthplace of American skyscrapers. The nickname “the city of skyscrapers” Chicago was not accidental: it was here that the first high-rise building, the Home Insurance Building, was built. The old city harmoniously coexists with skyscrapers. Numerous lakes, parks and sophisticated architecture make Chicago one of the most beautiful cities on the planet – this fact attracts many international students.
• The city is known as an educational center, in addition to universities and colleges, there are many seminaries, theological and language schools.
• Chicago is a city of festivals where one event follows another. Blues, jazz, gospel festivals are held here. The city is known as the theater capital of America. International students have a unique opportunity to combine their studies and visits to a huge number of cultural events.
• It is a city of parks and beaches. In addition to dozens of green areas, there is a large Chicago Botanical Garden. Campuses of many universities are located near parks and squares.
• Chicago is a sports city; teams in various sports are organized at universities. The city hosts the famous Chicago Marathon.

Interesting facts about Chicago

• Chicago is home to the Willis Tower, the tallest building in the United States. It has 110 floors, its height is 443 m. From the observation deck of the high-rise, you can see as many as 4 US states!
• Chicago, from the point of view of filmmakers, is a huge film set. Hundreds of films were filmed in this city. The TV series Escape, The Vampire Diaries, The Dark Knight, Transformers: Age of Extinction, Man of Steel, Batman Begins, The Sixth Sense, Ocean’s Eleven, Man spider 2″, “Mission Impossible”.
• Chicago has one of the longest streets in the world – Western Avenue stretches for 23. 5 miles (almost 38 km).

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Education in Chicago

Education in Chicago for foreign students, students are offered by the best schools and universities. The first educational institutions in the region were established in the early 1830s as the tiny community of Chicago began to expand. Today it is a major educational center, where many high schools are located, three higher research universities that award doctoral degrees – the University of Chicago, Northwestern University, the University of Illinois at Chicago.

In the article we will consider the list of schools and curricula, rating, tuition fees. Our specialists in foreign education will help you choose programs to prepare for admission to prestigious universities, clarify the requirements for applicants, and the deadlines for submitting documents.

Studying in Chicago for foreigners: benefits, facts

Studying in Chicago will allow foreigners to be in the largest economic and cultural center of the United States:

• One of the 12 Federal Reserve Banks is located here, the largest exchanges are the Chicago Board of Trade and the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, merged into CME Group, Chicago Board Options Exchange, Chicago Stock Exchange, OneChicago. The Chicago Loop is the largest business district in the United States after Manhattan: it houses the stock exchanges, the headquarters of such well-known companies as United Airlines, Boeing, Chase Bank.
• The Chicago climate is notable for the sharp difference between the temperature regimes in summer and winter – from -3 in winter to +28 in summer, with heavy rains in autumn. The good news is that for international students who are going to come to study in Chicago from Russia, the weather conditions will be familiar.

Education in Chicago for Russian, foreign children, teenagers: a list of 20 schools, the best programs

Education in Chicago for Russian, foreign children, teenagers is offered by public and private schools. As in all schools in the United States, the quality of education in them is different, educational programs do not follow a single standard.

• Primary school (for children aged 5-10) focuses on mastering mathematics, English, knowledge of geography, history, natural sciences, and basic learning skills.
• In the middle classes, students study the disciplines of the main cycle more deeply, pay attention to social activities, and choose directions for further education.
• In high school, students are preparing to enter colleges and universities.

The best choice for Russian students applying for admission to top educational institutions is the Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate academic programs, whose prestigious diplomas allow them to enter selected universities. They offer the optimal ratio of quality education, the work of highly professional staff, attention and goodwill towards foreign students.

Chicago Top School List:

University name	Tuition fees (per year)	Student/teacher ratio
University of Chicago Laboratory Schools	33558$	10
Francis W. Parker School	35350$	8
Latin School of Chicago	33425$	8
Morgan Park Academy	$23970	8
St. Ignatius College Prep	18500$	14
Marian Catholic High School Amerigo Education	$60000	13
International Study Center Roosevelt	$22000	7
Wayland Academy	$52000	7
Lake Forest Academy	$59400	7

Study in Chicago for international students: a list of the best universities, rankings, tuition fees

surroundings. These universities are consistently included in the rankings of the best national universities in the United States according to the ratings given by U.S. magazine. News & World Report.

Graduates from prestigious universities in Chicago demonstrate high employment rates, receive offers from large international companies, and occupy leading positions in the labor market. The price of training is from $17,000 to $49,000 per year.

List of the best universities in Chicago:

1. University of Chicago
2. Loyola University Chicago
3. DePaul University
4. Illinois Institute of Technology
5. Chicago State University
6. University of Illinois at Chicago
7. Illinois Institute of Art – Chicago
8. East-West University
9. National Louis University
10. North Park University
11. Northeastern Illinois University
12. Robert Morris University Illinois
13. Roosevelt University
14. Saint Xavier University
15. Rush University.

Education in Chicago for children and adults: academic programs, language courses, summer schools

Education in Chicago for children and adults is represented by various programs, including language courses, summer schools. Short courses allow you to choose the duration, intensity of training: students learn English among native speakers, get acquainted with the culture and characteristics of the US educational system.

Academic programs in Chicago for foreigners:

• English + leisure
• English for academic purposes
• Academic English
• Individual English
• English Hospitality
• Business English.

Tuition price – from $360/week.

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Chicago is the financial and educational center of the USA, the cultural and economic capital. Impregnated with an unusually stylish atmosphere and decorated with special architecture, it is known not only for parks and beaches, but also for educational institutions. Institutes of Chicago, and there are about 60 of them, teaches tens of thousands of students, a significant part of which are applicants from other countries.

The choice of foreign students falls on this American city not by chance. They are attracted not only by receiving a prestigious education, but also by the unique opportunity to enjoy life in one of the most beautiful cities in the world and attend unique cultural events that take place quite often in this city.

The list of college universities in Chicago is huge, but the most popular include:

• Chicago Institute;
• Illinois Institute of Chicago;
• City Colleges of Chicago;
• Illinois Institute of Technology;
• Loyola University of Chicago;
• The School of the Art Institute of Chicago.

Each of them has its own characteristics of admission and training, specializes in various professional areas.

Institute of Chicago

This is one of the largest universities in Chicago – a research base that is famous for its programs in law and medicine. It produces future leaders in business, economics, inventors in the field of chemistry, physics and computer science.

The University of Chicago has undergraduate and graduate courses, and during the summer, this institution of higher education provides training for both current students and minors, teachers, and more.

Every year the doors of the University of Chicago are opened for Russian applicants. According to statistics, almost a quarter of the student community come to study from around the world. For admission you need:

• application for enrollment;
• application fee;
• official report on school performance: certificate and transcript of grades in the original and translated into English;
• two letters of recommendation with references from teachers in specialized subjects;
• final test results;
• English proficiency certificates.

In addition, you can immediately write an application for financial assistance, and applicants entering certain faculties can be provided with a video with creative research success.

Tuition is $57,642.

University of Illinois at Chicago

Internationally renowned research institute welcomes talented international students. Here, at the College of Chicago at UIC, you can get a diploma with a bachelor’s degree, and after graduating from high school – a master’s degree.

The Institute is famous for its numerous scientific bases, where it is possible to carry out research in the field of:

• urban studies;
• architecture;
• social work;
• medicine;
• public health.

Requirements for international applicants are similar to the Institute of Chicago. It is important to submit your application on time, pay the application fee and provide proof of excellent academic performance and knowledge of the English language.

Illinois Institute of Technology

The only technological university in Chicago, one of the top educational institutions in the United States. Offers innovative study programs in the following departments:

• aerospace, architectural, biomedical, cybersecurity, and civil engineering;
• applied technology – with faculties: industrial technology and management, information technology;
• business – economics, entrepreneurship, policy of social and economic development;
• humanities – history, literature and other departments.

There are more than 40 undergraduate programs at Chicago Institute of Technology colleges. In addition, there are accelerated master’s courses that allow you to complete 2 degrees in just 5 years. The tuition fee is $48,670.

See also: What jobs will be in demand in the future? Students of this university live on a beautiful campus in the very center of the metropolis, lead an active student life during and outside of school.

According to statistics, students come from 82 countries to grow and study here. It does not matter the religion and ethnic roots of the applicant, they all have a unique opportunity to receive an excellent education. This University of Chicago is attractive for Russians. To enroll, you need:

• apply;
• send a certificate and a transcript with grades;
• prove the level of English proficiency;
• provide proof of financial solvency – the ability to pay for tuition.

The tuition fee per semester is $23,200.

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Conclusion

Getting an education in the beautiful metropolis of Chicago is undoubtedly a tempting prospect. A large number of career opportunities, combined with an interesting student life, are doubly attractive. If you dream of going to the Institute of Chicago, know that this is a reality! Just sign up for the first consultation – we will definitely help you.

If you have any questions, sign up for a free consultation with a Study America expert as part of the consultation, we will help you determine the stage for admission, deal with the timing, determine the admission calendar and choose the appropriate preparation method.

0540 is a private American university founded in 1864. The university is located in the small picturesque green town of River Forest near Chicago, Illinois. Concordia University Chicago offers undergraduate, graduate, and graduate programs. More than 5.5 thousand students study at the university.

Concordia University Chicago gives students a unique opportunity to enter an American university for an undergraduate program without passing SAT !

Chicago – the third largest city in the United States (after New York and Los Angeles), the second largest financial center of the country. The city has the unofficial status of the economic, industrial, transport and cultural capital of the Midwest. AT University Chicago :

• Paul Manz

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• Carl Schalk – composer, professor of music
• Jim Platt – basketball coach
• William H . Dress – banker, teacher, former mayor of Evansville, Indiana 92.5 and the results of the exam SAT can apply for a scholarship (discount) for education.

  Tuition, USD :

  Program name	Duration	Program start	Cost
  Pathway Program IELTS 5. 0	16 weeks	April, August	5400
  Pathway Program IELTS 5.5	8 weeks	June, October	3200
  Bachelor Degree IELTS 6.0	4 years	January, August	32880 per year

  The duration of undergraduate programs is 4 years.

  Concordia University Chicago offers the following undergraduate programs:

  • Chemistry (BA or BS)
  • Computer Information Systems (BA)
  • Computer Science (BA or BS)
  • Exercise Science (BA)
  • Mathematics (BA)
  • Mathematics – Actuarial Science Specialization (BS)
  • Mathematics – Computer Science Specialization (BS)
  • Mathematics – Natural Science Specialization (BS)
  • Mathematics – Pure Math Specialization (BS)
  • Natural Science (BA)
  • Psychology (BA)
  • Psychological Research Dual (BA/MA)
  • Sport and Fitness (BA)

  Cost , USD :

  Type of residence

  Duration	Cost
  Double room with meals (Autumn, Spring)	16 weeks	4586
  	8 weeks	2293
  	4 weeks	1261
  Double room with meals (Summer)	16 weeks	3200
  	8 weeks	1600
  	4 weeks	800

  Admission requirements:

  • IELTS 5. 0-6.0 (depending on the program)
  • High School Diploma (GPA 2.5)
  • Resume CV
  • 2 letters of recommendation
  • Motivational letter

  Additional charge, USD :

  • Textbooks
  • Airport transfer
  • Card design ID
  • Medical insurance

  Beginning of studies: January, August.

  University of Illinois at Chicago

  University of Illinois at Chicago – University of Illinois at Chicago

  About the University

  The University of Illinois at Chicago is the only public research university in Chicago and the largest university in the city. It includes 19colleges.

  The university is included in the group of universities with very high scientific activity according to the Carnegie classification.

  Every year, the University of Illinois at Chicago spends about $400 million on research and development. According to this indicator, the university is among the top 50 universities in the United States.

  One of the advantages of the university is its location. More than 30 Fortune 500 corporations are headquartered in Chicago. The university cooperates with more than 500 companies – their representatives visit the campus annually to hire students for internships and work.

  70% of university students do practice during their studies. University of Illinois at Chicago graduates work for companies such as Amazon, Boeing, Google, Johnson Controls, Motorola, PwC.

  What to study

  Among the strong areas of the university are engineering, business, architecture and design.

  The campus houses the Center for Engineering Innovation. The building of over 5,000 square meters houses 5 laboratories with modern equipment for more than 20 areas, including DNA and genome analysis, computer science, light and electron microscopy.

  The College of Engineering has 20 organizations that help students find internships and jobs. Over the past three years, more than 500 companies have hired 25,000 university graduates.

  The university’s undergraduate business programs are in the top 20% in America (U.S. News & World Report). Graduates work for companies such as C.H. Robinson, Groupon, Hub Group, Inc., Jewel-Osco, State Farm, Target, Technomic, Walgreens.

  The architecture program is in the top 100 in the world.

  The University of Illinois at Chicago graduated from the architect Adrian Smith, who is known for designing ultra-tall buildings. He designed such skyscrapers as Burj Khalifa and Jeddah Tower. His company AS+GG employs many university graduates.

  • 33,390 students
  • 5% international students
  • ratio of teachers and students – 1:17

  Ratings

  • 112 in the list of the best universities in the country (US News and World Report, 2021)

  • 14 in the list of the best public universities in the country (QS World University Rankings, 2020)

  • 42 master’s programs ranked in the top 100 countries (U. S. News & World Report, 2021)

  • 79 Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs (US News and World Report, 2021)

  • 23rd Best Design Program (College Factual, 2020)

  • Top 50 Graphic Design Programs (College Choice)

  • 1 in the list of undergraduate business programs in Chicago (US News and World Report, 2018)

  • Top 50 Masters in Business Analytics in the World (QS World University Rankings, 2020)

  Perspectives

  The university has a Career Accelerator Program to prepare for a future career. Students meet industry professionals, work on projects, learn how to pass interviews, write cover letters, and more.

  82% of University of Illinois at Chicago graduates find a job within three months of graduation. The average starting salary is $55,500 per year. This is 50% more than the average salary of students from other universities in the country.

  University graduates work for Accenture, Amazon, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Capital One, Caterpillar, Deloitte Consulting, Discover Financial Services, Epic, EYG, Google, KPMG, McKinsey & Company, TransUnion.

  Training

  The University of Illinois at Chicago offers international students 61 undergraduate and 100 graduate programs in eight departments:

  • College of Applied Health Sciences

  • College of Engineering

  • College of Business Administration

  • College of Architecture, Design and the Arts

  • College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

  • College of Education

  • College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs

  • Jane Addams College of Social Work

  International students of all directions in the first year of the bachelor’s degree study in the integrated year program.

  Integrated year

  The integrated year is a model for the smooth immersion of an international student into the American system of education. In addition to the standard first-year program, it includes additional academic support, personal career advice, cultural and social adaptation, and extracurricular activities.

  The first year program for international students is designed for 2-3 semesters. During this time, students can earn the standard 30 credits. After completing the program, students move on to the second year.

  Curriculum includes:

  • English Composition course – academic writing and research skills.

  • Math course – mathematics courses of varying complexity, depending on the level of the student.

  • Science course + Lab – natural science courses (depending on specialization) and laboratory classes.

  • Elective courses – courses in the humanities to choose from.

  The program is adjusted for each student. If the language level does not allow you to study academic disciplines in 2 semesters, you can take an extended course for 3 semesters with the same set of subjects, but with an increased number of English classes.

  Academic Support

  Personal tutors work with students. They help to choose courses, draw up a schedule, understand the resources of the university for research work. Also, for freshmen, seminars are organized on the development of critical thinking, time management, communication and others.

  For students who need to improve their English level, additional classes with tutors are provided.

  Adaptation

  Foreigners are helped to get used to the university and the country. For example, students are offered free trips to the cinema, river rafting, and are registered in interest clubs.

  Specialists will solve any domestic issues – they will meet you at the airport, give you a tour of the campus, teach you how to use public transport, tell you how to get a local SIM card and open a bank account; will be there if you have health problems.