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These days, full-time enrollment at a publiccollege or university can set you back at least$10,000 per year. And, if your child wants toattend a private college or for-profit trainingschool, you’ll probably need at least twicethat much.

At Triton College, you’ll pay a lot less for thesame classes and also get so much more:

• High quality education leading to an associate degree or certificate.

• Transferable credits ... guaranteed.

• Credentialed and experienced instructors.

• Extensive student support.

• A culture that embraces diversity and promotes success.

• A true college experience .... Just a littlecloser to home.

At Triton College,

Less is More.

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Triton College

Sample ofPublicIllinois

Universities

Annual Cost of Tuition/Fees

(Excludes cost ofroom/board and books)

AnnualSavings

By AttendingTriton College

Illinois StateUniversity $12,230 $9,070

Northern IllinoisUniversity $9,832 $6,702

University ofIllinois-Chicago $11,386 $8,226

University ofIllinois-Urbana $14,414 $11,254

Sample ofPrivateIllinois

Universities

Annual Cost of Tuition/Fees

(Excludes cost ofroom/board and books)

AnnualSavings

By AttendingTriton College

DePaulUniversity $30,000 $26,840

ColumbiaCollege $20,634 $17,474

ElmhurstCollege $29,994 $26,834

Illinois Instituteof Technology $30,043 $31,883

LoyolaUniversity $33,294 $30,134

*Fall 2011-Spring 2012 Rates

One-Year Cost of Tuition and Fees

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AndThere’s More.

Triton programs and courses are of high quality taught by expert faculty

with impressive credentials and real-world experience.

Over 85% of Triton’s faculty has advanced degrees, with almost one-thirdearning doctorates in their fields.

But having exceptional academic credentials isn’t the only reason our instructorsare so effective. They bring practical experience and passion into the classroomso students are well-prepared to transfer to a four-year school or immediatelyenter the workforce and succeed.

Faculty with Master’s and Doctoral Degrees

Faculty with Associate’s and Bachelor’s Degrees

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Interested in the hospitality field?Our instructors have years of experience working for such renown organizations as The Abbey Resort, Hotel Sofitel and Levy Restaurants.

Health care?Learn from clinical professionalswho have “been there and donethat” at Elmhurst Hospital,Lutheran General Hospital, Resurrection Hospital, Loyola Medical Center, Michael ReeseMedical Center, Evanston Hospitaland many others.

How about engineering?As this field advances and grows toserve 21st century needs, Triton faculty apply experience working forsuch companies as Elkay Manufacturing, Gerber Plumbing andSterling Engineering to groom students for positions in high demand.

Want to pursue a career in education?Direct experience working in local school districts makes Triton instructors a valuable resource for students seeking careers in this field.

Accounting and business management?Top firms and corporations in the Chicago area, such as Commonwealth Edison, havebenefited from the talent andskills of individuals who nowserve Triton in full- and part-timefaculty positions.

Dream of earning a bachelor’s or master’s degree?Triton offers a comprehensive series of general education coursesthat will transfer and provide a solid foundation for an associate’sdegree and further study at either our University Center on campus or at another four-year school.

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Don’t just take our wordfor it. Read what our faculty has to say …“My goal as an instructor at Triton is to encourage students to think. What is important is not necessarilywhether a student believes X or Y, but that the student thoroughly considers all possible viewpoints before they arrive at their conclusion.”Paul MartinezFaculty, English Department

“The skills that students build in my history and humanities courses will apply to any career field theychoose. I try to inspire students to use their time at Triton College to broaden their understanding of theworld. In their careers, having a global perspective willset them apart.”Elizabeth A. Collins, Ph.D.Faculty, History Department

“Triton’s faculty offers students an extraordinary educational experience because it’s affordable with lotsof personal attention. Our students are special because they want to succeed, so I try to contribute totheir success by pushing them to challenge themselves.“Seth McClellanFaculty, Mass Communications

“Triton’s faculty offers students an extraordinary education because we have experience and subject matter knowledge that is unmatched. We know the practical and the theoretical.” Peggy MurnighanFaculty, Business Department

“Teaching is both my privilege and passion. I am committed tomotivate and inspire my students and to promote academicand personal success, both within and outside of my classroom. I provide a comfortable learning environment toencourage active participation and foster basic learning andtechnology skills.”Julie GilbertFaculty, Accounting Department

“My students inspire me to be a better instructor. I try to con-tribute to their success by setting an example. One of thethings I do that really seems to make a difference for students

is to show them how to set goals and develop a plan to achieve them.”William M. Griffin, Ph.D.Faculty and Coordinator, Business Department

“For me, the best part of what I do is helping students move one step closer to their dreams.”Jennifer Kumi BurkettFaculty, Math Department

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Support

Triton College provides a wide range of services to

make sure each student is successful from day one.

There is counseling and

advising, online tutoring,

student mentoring,

iPads and laptops in our

Educational Technology

Resource Center, and

assistance for students

with disabilities through

our Center for Access

and Accommodative

Services.

every step of the way

You Can Get There“Triton College served as a major helpmate in the primary stages ofmy college career. The atmosphere was so comforting that it helped

build my self-esteem about my collegiate academic career. I amgrateful for my education at Triton College because I received so

much from it, both academically and socially.” Tyara Simpson

Triton Class of 2008

“I feel at home at Triton. I’m fond of the school and what it hasdone for my life, with both hospitality as well as nursing.”Alesha YoungTriton Class of May 1995; August 2006

“My Triton experience used my talents that I didn’t know existedand created what is now my love for learning. It also made me

want to change my career and life goals, which has been to helppeople. My time there led me to what is now my reality.”

Senator John MillnerTriton Class of 1974

Illinois State Senate, 28th District

“I chose Triton because I wanted a good business and technical school.Triton had both. Triton had the best graphic arts program and was theonly college to have a Heidelberg press... The professors at Triton weresecond to none and the flexible class schedules allowed me to work and attend college.”Mayor Pete DiCianniTriton Class of 1986Mayor of Elmhurst

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From Here“At Triton, I excelled in school. It gave me a purpose and direction, which put me on the president’s list my first year there.” Bruce LanzerottiTriton Class of 1975CEO, Plug-In Vehicle Solutions

“Triton helped me build my confidence and really set the pacefor me to accomplish my goals.”

Ashley OchoaTriton Scholars Program, Class of 2011Current Student at Elmhurst College

“Triton was my stepping stool… Triton prepared me to be on myown and taught me that it’s OK to ask for help when you need it.”Linda RiveraTriton Class of 2011Current Student at National Louis University

“All the knowledge I gained at Triton opened the doors forfurther pursuit of my educational and professional goals.Many of my career opportunities have started because I

attended Triton College. “Cristian Barrero

Triton Class of 2008Current Student at Illinois Institute of Technology

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Add It All Up.

• High quality education leading to anassociate degree or certificate.

• Transferable credits ... guaranteed.

• Credentialed and experienced instructors.

• Extensive student support.

• A culture that embraces diversity andpromotes success.

• And tuition that’s a fraction of what you would pay at a public or private university or for-profit training school.

Some people call this “morebang for the buck.”

We call it “an educationthat’s second to none withvalue in a class by itself.”

Don’t Miss These Upcoming Special Eventsto Find Out More!Super SaturdaySaturday, August 25, 2012Take advantage of this final opportunity to register for Fall 2012 classes.

Discover Triton: Career Program ExplorationFind out about the various programs available at Triton,as well as important admissions and financial aid information. Wednesday, September 12, 2012 • 6-7:30 p.m.Business and Technology (Architecture, Automotive Technology, Hospitality Industry Administration, Criminal Justice, EngineeringTechnology, General Studies, University Transfer programs)Wednesday, October 3, 2012 • 6-7:30 p.m.Health Careers(Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Nuclear MedicineTechnology, Nursing, Ophthalmic Technology, Radiologic Technology, Surgical Technology, GeneralStudies, University Transfer programs)Wednesday, November 7, 2012 • 6-7:30 p.m.Arts and Sciences(Education/Early Childhood Education, Music/MusicTechnology, Psychology, Sociology/Social Work,Speech/Theater, General Studies, University Transferprograms)Wednesday, February 6, 2013 • 6-7:30 p.m.Business & Technology

Wednesday, March 6, 2013 • 6-7:30 p.m.Health Careers

Wednesday, April 3, 2013 • 6-7:30 p.m.Arts and Sciences

Future Focus College FairTuesday, September 18, 2012 • 7-9 p.m.Attend our annual college recruitment fair to find outwhat leading colleges and universities have to offer.

Fall College Visit DaySaturday, October 13, 2012 • 10 a.m.-1 p.m.This is a must-attend event for high school students whoare thinking about going to college and want to learnmore about Triton, their community college.

Early College Awareness ProgramThursday, November 15, 2012 • 10 a.m.-2 p.m.This is an ideal opportunity for middle school students to get hands-on with some of Triton’s programs and discover what it’s really like to be on a college campus.

Registration EventThursday, January 10, 2013 • 10 a.m.-6 p.m.From admission to enrollment … do it all in one day atthis popular annual event for students who want to startclasses in the Spring 2013 semester.

Open HouseSaturday, May 4, 2013 • 10 a.m.-1 p.m.If you or a family member are thinking about starting college next Fall, you’ll definitely want to save this date on your calendar. Take a campus tour and meet students,faculty and members of our Admissions staff who havethe answers to your questions!

For more information, call

(708) 456-0300, Ext. 3130,or visit

www.triton.edu

2000 Fifth Avenue • River Grove, Illinois 60171

Empowering Success in Life-Changing Ways(708) 456-0300

Web site: www.triton.eduE-mail: admissions@triton.edu

Triton College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution.