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Oakton Recognized as 2026-2029 Leader College by Achieving the Dream

Published on: March 5, 2026

Oakton College has been named a 2026–2029 Leader College by Achieving the Dream (ATD), recognizing its sustained progress in improving student success and advancing economic mobility.

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Oakton Awarded $270,000 State Grant to Expand Workforce Pathways and Student Support

Published on: February 6, 2026

Oakton College has been awarded $270,704.59 through the Illinois Community College Board’s (ICCB) Innovative Bridge and Transition (IBT) Grant Program to strengthen education-to-career pathways for adult learners.

Columbia University to Host First-Ever Information Session at Oakton, Feb. 11

Published on: February 3, 2026

Ivy League excellence is coming to Oakton College. For the first time, Columbia University — one of the world’s most prestigious institutions — will visit the Des Plaines campus to host an information session for prospective students.

Oakton Welcomes the Community to a Season of Concerts, Plays and Showcases

Published on: January 29, 2026

A night of jazz, thought-provoking theater and the return of Oakton College’s celebrated Six Piano Ensemble has you keyed up for an unforgettable spring season! Explore the lineup and mark your calendar so you don’t miss your favorites.