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Austin Career Education Center

5352 W Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60651

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Tel: (773) 626-6988

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Austin Career Education Center opened its doors in September 1977 to men and women who left high school before graduation.

They realized their need for a high school diploma and all of the opportunities that graduation provides.

More than 16,000 students have enrolled in classes at the Center to date.

During the 2006 - 2007 school year, diplomas were awarded to 160 young men and women.

More than 60% of those students are now enrolled in college or vocational training.

The school provides a student-centered curriculum, career counselor, special education support, and dedicated staff of teachers that work with students to achieve success.

At the center, students benefit from a range of academic and counseling services.

We provide student-centered classes, ACT preparation, and college counseling to help students approach challenges in the future with confidence.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Alternative School
Grades: 10-12
Enrollment: 63 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Austin Career Education Center ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Illinois for:

School Overview

School Type

Alternative School

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 10-12

Student Body

Total Students

63 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

100%

State avg.: 34%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

6 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Austin Career Education Center?

The application deadline for Austin Career Education Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Austin Career Education Center located?

Austin Career Education Center is located in the Austin neighborhood of Chicago, IL. There are 13 other private schools located in Austin.

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Alternative School
Grades: 10-12
Enrollment: 63 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Chicago, IL is $13,813 for elementary schools and $19,330 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Chicago, IL is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).