2021-2022 Academic Catalog

Illinois Community College District 515

Main Campus

202 South Halsted Street, Chicago Heights, IL 60411
(708) 709-3500

Matteson Area Center

4821 Southwick Drive, Matteson, IL 60443
(708) 709-3750

prairiestate.edu

Serving the communities of:
Beecher, Chicago Heights, Crete, Flossmoor, Ford Heights, Glenwood, Homewood, Matteson, Monee, Olympia Fields, Park Forest, Richton Park, Sauk Village, South Chicago Heights, Steger, University Park, plus portions of Country Club Hills, Hazel Crest, Lynwood, Tinley Park, and adjacent unincorporated areas of Cook and Will Counties.

Our Mission

Prairie State College fosters collaborative relationships that empower students to achieve their education and career goals. The College embraces its diversity, nurtures life-long learning, and supports community and economic development.

Our Core Values

• Learning
• Excellence
• Accessibility
• Respect
• Integrity

Our Vision Statement

Prairie State College will offer rigorous academic programs, meet the needs of the local workforce, cultivate the values of sustainability, and demonstrate an awareness of its responsibilities in a global society.

Disclosure Statement

The college makes every effort to ensure accuracy of information and believes the information in this catalog is accurate as of publication. For the most up-to-date information on Prairie State College courses and programs, check the website at prairiestate.edu.