Generations College | Nonprofit College in Chicago Skip to content Generations College Apply Now Visit the Campus The First & Finest 2-Year, Private, Nonprofit College In Chicago 120-Year Legacy of Making a Difference! Established in 1904, Generations College is proud to be the oldest fully accredited, two-year, private, not-for-profit institution in Illinois and the third oldest in the nation. We know that career success is built on more than just knowing how to perform certain tasks. That’s why, in addition to learning job-specific skills, the graduates of Generations College — both traditional and online programs, develop competencies in critical thinking, communication, and interpersonal skills. Because of our reputation for excellence in education, Generations College boasts higher placement rates than competitors. Year Legacy Average Class Size Placement Rate Student Diversity Undergraduate Degrees 2024 Scholarships At Generations College, we want every student to reach their full potential. Find Out More... 2-Year Degree Programs in Chicago Considering attending a nonprofit college in downtown Chicago? Get your associate degree in one of our prestigious programs before transferring to a four-year college or entering the workforce. Business Administration Students in Generations College’s Business Administration Degree Program benefit from a comprehensive education designed to launch exciting careers in global business roles or to pursue four-year degrees. At our college in Chicago, we prepare our students to receive these four industry-recognized administration certifications: Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR), Certified Administrative Professional (CAP), Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), and Certified Customer Service Manager (CCSM). Graduates from our private college in Chicago work in and around the city and across the globe in a variety of disciplines, including human resources, marketing, and business management. Students who want more flexibility in pursuing their business administration degree may also be interested in our online business administration program. Learn More... Criminal Justice At Generations College, our Criminal Justice students receive a well-rounded, practical education covering the U.S. justice system, crime, and the law. With a number of exciting career opportunities available, it’s no wonder that the number of prospective students exploring criminal justice programs in Chicago through Generations College continues to grow. Learn More... Paralegal There are several colleges in Chicago for people considering Paralegal Studies. However, we believe Generations College stands apart from the competition since we are the oldest paralegal studies program in Illinois. With a long history of success, our paralegal studies program is approved by the American Bar Association (ABA). Learn More... Court Reporting Generations College has the best Court Reporting program in Chicago — and the oldest and one of the best programs in the nation. The demand for court reporters continues to grow at an alarming rate in Chicago and throughout the nation. Our court reporting program is nationally recognized, National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) certified, and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Both aspiring court reporters and working court reporters can benefit from our flexible court reporting programs. Learn More... Most Visited On-Campus Programs Online Programs Tuition & Costs Financial Aid Visit Our Campus Academic Calendar Apply Now Follow Us! Testimonials I went to Generations on my dad's recommendation. My aunt is actually a court reporter, so they both knew about the school. My dad did his research and saw that it was small and an opportunity for me to be nurtured before going off to a four-year institution. I didn’t choose Generations. Generations chose me. I am now studying Industrial and Labor Relations at Cornell University in New York. DE'MECO DEANES BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION '14 Generations College has an enviable academic culture where the classes are small, and the professors are genuinely engaging with their students. The professors are unfailingly willing to assist and exceptionally flexible in meeting to assist students. The social activities at Generations College give students leverage to prevail, stay encouraged, channel one's potential(s), expand one's competence, enhance one's confidence, and aspirations are actualized and accomplished. Joyce Thomas PARALEGAL STUDIES / CRIMINAL JUSTICE / '19 I chose Generations because it is based in Illinois and it is one of the top certified court reporting schools in the country. It is also the oldest court reporting school in the nation. The faculty and staff are really nice and personable, and I really like that about this place. BRIANNA UHLMAN COURT REPORTING Hello, my name is Alice Bishop, I had been working at a dead-end job as a supervisor for security officers for a long time. One day, I had an epiphany and decided to go back to school after being out of school for thirty two years. Through my brother’s research, I discovered Generations College. I pursued studies in Paralegal Science, a 24-month program approved by the American Bar Association (ABA). ALICE BISHOP PARALEGAL STUDIES '17 Scroll to Top