Below Average

Score: 43/100

Illinois Media School-Chicago Campus

Less than 2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Chicago, Illinois 60602

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Rating Context: This is a specialized vocational program (less than 2-year). Our comprehensive rating system is optimized for traditional colleges and may not fully reflect the value of career-focused training programs.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 61%

Outcomes

53/100

Affordability

45/100

Resources

C+

63/100

Experience

18/100

Prestige

25/100

Quick Stats

Total Enrollment

61%

Graduation Rate

57%

Retention Rate

11.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Illinois Media School-Chicago Campus Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $295,141
Avg rent near campus: $2,574/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 60602 (6.8% cap, Chicago)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	N/A	N/A

Financial Aid

80%

Receive Any Aid

80%

Receive Pell Grants

80%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia 63 grads/yr Radio and Television 45 grads/yr Sports Communication 9 grads/yr Radio, Television, and Digital Communication, Other 5 grads/yr Recording Arts Technology/Technician 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Illinois Media School-Chicago Campus's top programs commonly pursue.

Managers, all other

$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs

Web and digital interface designers

$98k/yr 128,900 jobs

Communications teachers, postsecondary

$78k/yr 35,800 jobs

Media and communication workers, all other

$72k/yr 34,300 jobs

Producers and directors

$83k/yr 167,000 jobs

Film and video editors

$71k/yr 43,500 jobs

News analysts, reporters, and journalists

$60k/yr 49,300 jobs

Broadcast announcers and radio disc jockeys

$46k/yr 24,100 jobs

Student Demographics

Total Students

48%

Women

13%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 10%

Hispanic 13%

Black 77%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

Hybrid (Some Online) 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 13%

25-64 (Adult) 88%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Illinois Media School-Chicago Campus?

Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.

How much does it cost to attend Illinois Media School-Chicago Campus?

Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.

What is the graduation rate at Illinois Media School-Chicago Campus?

The graduation rate at Illinois Media School-Chicago Campus is 61%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.

Is Illinois Media School-Chicago Campus a good school?

Illinois Media School-Chicago Campus has a Repit College Score of 43/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a vocational program, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Illinois Media School-Chicago Campus?

Illinois Media School-Chicago Campus has a total enrollment of 48 students.

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