Columbia College Chicago

Columbia College Chicago is a private college located in Chicago, IL. The acceptance rate is 87%, making it not competitive. On our overall top colleges list, it ranks #949 in the US. It has a middle sized student body with 6,114 full-time undergrads in attendance. 18% of graduates get a Bachelor's in Cinematography and Video Production. Additional popular choices include Radio and Television, Graphic Design, and Recording Arts Technician, but there are 45 different offerings to choose from. Its arts management program is ranked #4 in America and first in Illinois. Additionally, Columbia College Chicago placed 3rd in Illinois for best college locations. At sticker price, tuition is $25,817. Before you discount applying due to the price, be aware that slightly less than 9 in 10 Columbia Chicago undergrads obtain some monetary support. 49% of Columbia College Chicago students graduate college, heading into the labor force prepared to make some money. On average, graduates take home an annual income of $26,900 a couple years after graduating. After another four years of work experience, the graduate's average yearly salary increases 27.9% to $34,400; however, that is still 14.2% short of the national median salary for individuals. Applicants might want to know that it is required that you include your high school transcript when submitting your application. What's more, it does not offer a teacher certification program, and Columbia Chicago offers a study abroad program. With respect to your cash flow, be aware that the average net price per year is $29,705. When it comes to demographics, 25% of undergraduates at Columbia Chicago are from a household with an income less than $30k and 16% of undergraduates are between the ages of 22 and 24. On the subject of the student experience, Columbia Chicago offers on campus housing. Finally, 8% of alumni miss payments on their student loans and 7% of alumni are not employed two years after graduating.