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Oakton’s Skokie location to host campus visit event on June 13

Find out why Oakton is the smart choice at a summer campus visit on June 13.

Make college a part of your future. Learn more at Oakton Community College’s summer campus visit event in Skokie (7701 N. Lincoln Ave., Room P103) on Tuesday, June 13, starting at 6 p.m.

Oakton is the smart choice, ranked No. 33 of more than 1,700 community colleges for value and 15th in the nation on Washington Monthly’s list of top colleges for adult learning. With more than 2,500 course offerings each term, the college offers a wealth of educational options. Tour the campus and learn about Oakton's academic and career programs, services and student clubs. Talk with admission and financial aid representatives as well as current students about all the college has to offer.

Earn an associate degree choosing from 80 areas of study that range from allied health, science, and technology to business and liberal arts. Whether transferring to a four-year institution or starting a career, or changing careers, convenient courses help students expand their options and prepare for a better future.

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No matter the course of study, Oakton offers easy access to classes and student services. In addition to centrally located campuses in Des Plaines and Skokie, extensive online courses are offered each year.

To reserve a spot, register online at www.oakton.edu/visit or call 847-635-1835 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday, during summer hours. Ask for Student Recruitment and Outreach when calling to schedule an individual visit.

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