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Calumet College of Saint Joseph

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Whiting, Indiana 46394

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Known for business — close-knit campus

Calumet College of Saint Joseph is a private suburban institution in Whiting, Indiana. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.

A small campus of 560 undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

30% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $46,945 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,739.

Established
1951
Mascot
Crimson Joe
Type
Private college
Conference
National Association of

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—SAT Avg
560Students
13:1Student:Faculty
30%Grad Rate
$46,945Earnings 10yr
$20,739Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Calumet College of Saint Joseph Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$22,650
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$2,070
Total Cost of Attendance$31,758
Average Net Price$20,739
Median Debt at Graduation$21,534
Monthly Payment (10yr)$228

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$19,752
$30–48K$19,938
$48–75K$22,838
$75–110K$23,258
$110K+$21,254

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

41.4%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$9,500

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

3

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

1

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (42)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

40%

Negative
  • •40% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
560
Gender Split
34% / 66%
Women / Men
First Generation
52%
Pell Grant Recipients
48%

Race & Ethnicity

White 28%
Black 29%
Hispanic 34%
Asian 1%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate29.9%
Freshman Retention39.6%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$39,342
10 Years$46,945

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Crimson Wave

WrestlingBowling finishedBowling teamed

History & Fun Facts

  • •Joseph's College of Rensselaer, Indiana, opened an extension in Lake County, Indiana.
  • •In 1960, the Board of Control authorized the expansion of this two-year extension into a full four-year, degree-granting college.
  • •Joseph's College Calumet Campus moved into a new building, a former furniture store in East Chicago.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

ORD Chicago O'Hare30 mi
MKE Milwaukee91 mi
IND Indianapolis149 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA844 mi · ~24h 23m drive
New York, NY704 mi · ~20h 20m drive
Hartford, CT763 mi · ~22h 3m drive
Providence, RI828 mi · ~23h 55m drive
Albany, NY706 mi · ~20h 24m drive
Syracuse, NY587 mi · ~16h 57m drive
Rochester, NY514 mi · ~14h 51m drive
Buffalo, NY448 mi · ~12h 57m drive
Philadelphia, PA655 mi · ~18h 55m drive
Pittsburgh, PA400 mi · ~11h 33m drive
Harrisburg, PA561 mi · ~16h 12m drive
Newark, NJ695 mi · ~20h 5m drive
Washington, DC583 mi · ~16h 51m drive
Baltimore, MD595 mi · ~17h 11m drive
Atlanta, GA573 mi · ~16h 33m drive
Charlotte, NC572 mi · ~16h 31m drive
Raleigh, NC627 mi · ~18h 7m drive
Miami, FL1175 mi · ~33h 57m drive
Orlando, FL970 mi · ~28h 1m drive
Tampa, FL990 mi · ~28h 36m drive
Nashville, TN383 mi · ~11h 4m drive
New Orleans, LA822 mi · ~23h 45m drive
Richmond, VA606 mi · ~17h 30m drive
Chicago, IL16 mi · ~28 min drive
Detroit, MI233 mi · ~6h 44m drive
Minneapolis, MN369 mi · ~10h 40m drive
St. Louis, MO254 mi · ~7h 20m drive
Kansas City, MO413 mi · ~11h 56m drive
Indianapolis, IN149 mi · ~4h 18m drive
Columbus, OH263 mi · ~7h 36m drive
Cleveland, OH300 mi · ~8h 40m drive
Milwaukee, WI97 mi · ~2h 48m drive
Dallas, TX799 mi · ~23h 5m drive
Houston, TX933 mi · ~26h 57m drive
Austin, TX973 mi · ~28h 7m drive
San Antonio, TX1046 mi · ~30h 13m drive
Los Angeles, CA1747 mi · ~50h 28m drive
San Francisco, CA1863 mi · ~53h 49m drive
San Diego, CA1736 mi · ~50h 9m drive
Seattle, WA1745 mi · ~50h 25m drive
Portland, OR1766 mi · ~51h 1m drive
Denver, CO924 mi · ~26h 42m drive
Phoenix, AZ1455 mi · ~42h 2m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1265 mi · ~36h 33m drive
Honolulu, HI4257 mi · ~122h 59m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Chicago O'Hare (ORD)30 miles
Rental car
45 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
60 min$36-60
Milwaukee (MKE)91 miles
Rental car
137 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
182 min$109-182

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