Columbia College Chicago is a private, nonprofit college in the city of Chicago, Illinois. Columbia College Chicago was founded in 1890. The college enrolls around 6,736 students per year, including 6,493 undergraduates.
It is not difficult to get into Columbia College Chicago. Around 96% of applicants get into Columbia College Chicago each year. In 2022, 6,903 out of 7,218 total applicants were accepted.
Columbia College Chicago Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
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Overall Acceptance Rate | 96% |
Early Decision Acceptance Rate | Info Not Available |
Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
Average GPA | 3.4 |
Test Optional | May require tests |
Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 38% |
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Columbia College Chicago is located in the city of Chicago.
If you want to see Columbia College Chicago for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 290 to Chicago, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Midway International Airport.
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First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Columbia College Chicago is Aug 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Columbia College Chicago is Aug 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
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In State$41,420
Out-of-StateWondering what life at Columbia College Chicago is like? There are approximately 6,736 students enrolled at Columbia College Chicago, including 6,493 undergraduate students and 243 graduate students. 94% percent of students attend school full-time, 58% percent are from IL and 42% percent of students are from other states.
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