ChiTech Profile

 

ChiTech is located at 1301 W. 14th Street and is nestled between historic Taylor Street, Pilsen, and the UIC campus. ChiTech boasts a student-led organic garden, college planning center and project-filled hallways that serve as evidence of project based learning.

 

We use project based learning, entrepreneurial principles, STEM education, and real world experience with Chicago companies to shape the diverse next generation of leaders.

 

We offer a variety of courses, including dual credit and dual enrollment courses. We also offer a variety of fine arts courses, including drumline, guitar and art II. Unique to ChiTech, we offer the following tech classes: intro to engineering design, exploring computer science, computer programming I and II, and multi-media art. All courses incorporate project based learning.

 

ChiTech is home of the mighty Panthers and competes in the Chicago Public League. Sports offered include: basketball, volleyball, and track.

 

ChiTech is accessible by CTA trains and bus lines.

 

383 Students Enrolled

50 Faculty Members

93% Freshman On Track

91% Daily Attendance Rate

76% African-American

3% Caucasian

37% Female

91% Free / Reduced Lunch

65% of class of 2016 attended a postsecondary institution

19% Hispanic

2% Asian American / Indian / Bi-racial

63% Male

Students come from 38 different zipcodes from the city.

20+ student-run, student-initiated clubs and activities