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Calumet College of St. Joseph

Calumet College of St. Joseph (CCSJ) is a private, four-year Catholic institution, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, offering master’s, bachelor’s, and associate’s degrees. Located blocks from Lake Michigan and minutes from downtown Chicago, we offer a vibrant and stimulating learning environment while remaining affordable and accessible to all students. Our committed faculty are able to connect with students through small class sizes and individualized attention. Our values-based approach, rooted in the Catholic tradition, grounds students in the importance of social justice, service, and community.

CCSJ’s accepting, supportive, community environment empowers our unique student body to explore their passions, embrace their purpose and achieve their goals—be it in the classroom, with our competitive sports teams, among our robust student groups and beyond graduation.

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CCSJ #1 Most Diverse College in Indiana

Source: U.S. News & World Report 2020

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Calumet College of St. Joseph offers students 17 undergraduate degrees, three accelerated degrees and five graduate degrees.

CCSJ News

Job Posting: Director, Career Services
Job Posting: Director, Career Services
Director, Career Services Department: Career Services Status: Full-time Exempt (Salary), 12 months, benefits-eligible Reports to: Vice President for Student Engagement and Retention Application Deadline: Position Open Until Filled Position Summary: The Career Services Director is responsible for the day-to-day operation of Career Services including the College’s student job posting system, marketing Career Center programs to the student body, graduates and…
An Appeal from Edwin Chris Verde
An Appeal from Edwin Chris Verde
B.A. Digital and Studio Arts 2024 Edwin Verde knows what it takes to persevere. Numerous personal hardships caused him to leave high school early, but Edwin overcame these setbacks and earned his GED. Knowing success meant continuing his education, he sought out a college that would help him fulfill his dream of becoming a professional photographer. With our family atmosphere,…
2024 Commencement
2024 Commencement
US Ambassador Joe Donnelly Addresses CCSJ Graduating Class WHITING, IN - US Ambassador to the Holy See Joe Donnelly addressed a full house at Calumet College of St. Joseph’s annual Commencement on Saturday, as families gathered to celebrate the accomplishments of their loved ones. The former Senator welcomed graduates, noting that he was “like so many of you, a first-generation…
Senior Spotlight: Marcia Keilman
Senior Spotlight: Marcia Keilman
Celebrating the Class of 2024! As the academic journey of Marcia Keilman at Calumet College of St. Joseph ends, she stands ready to embark on the next chapter of her life with a mix of nostalgia and excitement. Hailing from Crown Point, Indiana, Marcia's tenure at CCSJ has been transformative, marked by academic excellence, athletic achievements, and a strong sense…

EXCELLENT SCHOOL. I received a great education from some of the coolest educators around. I recommend this school to anyone, especially if you’re into the humanities.

Arnold Rojas, Class of 2015

Faculty members at CCSJ strive to help you achieve your goals, pushing you beyond your potential and opening doors to new opportunities. By taking the initiative to ask for what you need, you can make the most of their support.

Carlos Macias, Class of 2023