Generations College

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Formerly MacCormac College, Generations College is a small, private, not-for-profit, academic community that is located in downtown Chicago. Generations College supports and promotes its diverse student population by building students’ self-confidence, encouraging life-long learning, and teaching the skills necessary to excel in our ever-changing, complex society.

If it's been a few years since you were last in school, week one may feel unfamiliar, and that's completely normal.You'r...
09/03/2026

If it's been a few years since you were last in school, week one may feel unfamiliar, and that's completely normal.

You're learning a new rhythm, not starting from scratch. The skills you've built through work and life still matter in the classroom.

What many returning students say after week one is that it was less scary than they expected.

Fall enrollment is open.
Request information at generations.edu and find out what your first week could actually look like.

Have you ever started a semester feeling excited… only to lose momentum a few weeks later?You're not alone.Many students...
09/01/2026

Have you ever started a semester feeling excited… only to lose momentum a few weeks later?

You're not alone.

Many students believe successful people stay motivated all the time.

The truth is, they don't.

Successful students build routines that help them keep moving even on the days they don't feel inspired.

They create a study schedule.

They celebrate small victories.

They focus on progress instead of perfection.

Most importantly, they remember why they started.

Motivation comes and goes.

Discipline creates results.

Every assignment completed, every chapter read, and every class attended brings you one step closer to your goals—even when progress feels slow.

Keep showing up.

Your future self will thank you.

What's one habit that helps you stay motivated during the semester?

We're so excited to announce a milestone in Generations College history - our bachelor's degree programs are launching t...
08/30/2026

We're so excited to announce a milestone in Generations College history - our bachelor's degree programs are launching this September!

For generations, we've helped students earn associate degrees and launch careers or transfer to four-year institutions. Now, we're expanding so you can take the next step without leaving the Generations community.

Stay tuned for more details as we prepare to open these new pathways for your future.

08/30/2026

A degree is only as valuable as the skills it gives you.

Employers aren't just looking for pieces of paper. They're looking for people who can actually do the work. People who understand the real world. People who can show up on day one and contribute.

That's why Generations College takes a different approach.

Every program we offer is built around practical, marketable skills. Skills that employers are actively seeking. Skills that help you stand out in a competitive job market.

You'll learn from instructors who have worked in the fields they teach. You'll work with real-world scenarios.

Because at Generations College, we believe a degree should work as hard as you do.

Ready to build skills that matter?
Your future starts here.

www.generations.edu

If you asked employers what matters most, would they only say "a college degree"?Not anymore.A degree is still one of th...
08/28/2026

If you asked employers what matters most, would they only say "a college degree"?

Not anymore.

A degree is still one of the strongest signals that you've committed yourself to learning and personal growth. But today's employers are also looking for something else.

Can you communicate clearly?

Can you solve problems when the answer isn't obvious?

Can you work well with others?

Can you adapt when things change?

Can you continue learning after you're hired?

Technical knowledge may help you get an interview.

But curiosity, professionalism, accountability, and emotional intelligence often determine who earns promotions and leadership opportunities.

That's why college should never be only about passing exams.

It should be about developing the habits and skills that employers value every single day.

At Generations College, students don't just prepare for graduation - they prepare for the workplace waiting beyond it.

Which professional skill do you think is the most valuable today?

We’re proud to share some exciting news. Generations College was featured in Inside Higher Ed as one of four colleges su...
08/28/2026

We’re proud to share some exciting news.

Generations College was featured in Inside Higher Ed as one of four colleges supporting student parents in meaningful ways — and they spotlighted our Single Parent Scholarship.

Since 2020, this program has helped single parents move toward an associate degree by covering remaining tuition after grant aid (up to $3,500 per semester for eligible full-time students). This year alone, we awarded over 100 scholarships.

If you’ve been waiting for a sign that college can fit real life — this is it.

Read the article: https://www.insidehighered.com/news/student-success/college-experience/2026/08/14/how-4-colleges-are-supporting-student-parents
Learn more: https://www.generations.edu/single-parent-scholarship/

Sometimes the biggest obstacle isn't a lack of ability.It's believing that your goals are still possible.Education has a...
08/26/2026

Sometimes the biggest obstacle isn't a lack of ability.

It's believing that your goals are still possible.

Education has a way of changing that. It doesn't just teach new skills - it helps people rediscover confidence, purpose, and possibilities they may have stopped believing in years ago.

One opportunity can become the beginning of an entirely new future.

At Generations College, we believe potential doesn't disappear because life becomes complicated.

Sometimes it simply needs the right opportunity to grow.

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08/26/2026

Your education journey is yours alone.

Generations College helps you design a path that fits your life.
Not the other way around.

www.generations.edu

New semester. New opportunities.Fall Student Orientation is August 27, and it's your chance to meet fellow students, con...
08/24/2026

New semester. New opportunities.

Fall Student Orientation is August 27, and it's your chance to meet fellow students, connect with faculty, explore campus resources, and start your college journey with confidence.

Whether you're joining us for the first time or returning for another semester, we're excited to welcome you.

See you on campus!

08/24/2026

College isn't just for one type of person.

Generations College is built for students who have been told 'maybe this isn't for you.'
We're here to say: it is.

www.generations.edu

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29 E Madison Street
Chicago, IL
60602

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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