In 2022, Hope Chicago promised four classes of grads at five schools full scholarships, with hopes of doing it for a decade.

These schools, with fewer than 4,000 students each, offer top academics, plus greater access to faculty and more protection from federal funding cuts, than at big research universities. The ...

Columbia College Chicago had its credit rating downgraded to junk, the latest small school to see its finances bruised by declining enrollment. The 135-year-old arts college in the South Loop was ...

When people think of college life, many picture bustling cities, huge campuses, and crowds of students rushing to class. But there’s something special about choosing to study in a smaller town. It can ...

Explore top private schools in Chicago with dedicated special-needs programs that provide tailored supports and inclusive classroom models.

Discover the best therapeutic day schools in Chicago that blend academics with mental health supports, small ratios and ...

Senshay Lofton woke up at 5 a.m. last month to help load boxes into her family’s car and then watched as her mom, dad and older sister drove past the bungalows of the city’s Southwest Side toward the ...