Columbia College Chicago

Columbia College Chicago is a private nonprofit four-year institution located in Chicago, Illinois, in a large city setting. The college enrolls 7,010 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 45.33 out of 100. Its completion rate is 48% (IPEDS 2023), with a retention rate of 64% (IPEDS 2023).

The college offers programs at the associate's level in Recording Arts Technology/Technician and Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects, providing students with technical and creative training in media production fields.

Located in the South Loop neighborhood of Chicago, Columbia College Chicago has a long-standing focus on arts, media, and communications. Its technology-focused associate's programs serve students pursuing careers in audio production and digital animation within one of the country's major media markets.