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Columbia College Chicago

Chicago, Illinois · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$32,596

Acceptance Rate

91%

Graduation Rate

48%

Annual Tuition

$32,520

At a Glance

Total Students

6,294

Retention Rate

64%

Faculty Ratio

15

Financial Aid

57%

Median Debt

$25,000

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

Columbia College Chicago is a private, non-profit institution with 6,294 students. The college has a high acceptance rate of 91.2% and a retention rate of 64%. The graduation rate is 47.8%. The in-state tuition is $32,520, and 57.3% of students receive financial aid.

Graduates of Columbia College Chicago report earnings of $24,908 one year after graduation, $32,596 after five years, and $42,195 after ten years. The median debt for students is $25,000.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$25k

1 YEAR

$33k

5 YEARS

$42k

10 YEARS

Top 90% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Columbia College Chicago alumni earn $24,908. Five years after graduation, earnings increase to $32,596. Ten years after graduation, alumni earn $42,195. The median debt for graduates is $25,000.

Columbia College Chicago has a 47.8% graduation rate. The school's retention rate is 64%. The school has a 91.2% acceptance rate. 57.3% of students receive financial aid. The annual in-state tuition is $32,520.

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Campus Location

Chicago, Illinois

Chicago, IL 60605-1996

Columbia College Chicago is located in Chicago, Illinois. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Columbia College Chicago has an acceptance rate of 91.2%.