Compare the Columbia College Chicago Value of an Education

Is Columbia College Chicago Worth the Price?

Check out Columbia College Chicago's educational value before you overpay!

Within Illinois, Columbia College Chicago is Considered a Lower Quality College at a Very Expensive Price.

Columbia College Chicago's overall average net price combined with a lower quality education, results in a poor value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in Illinois. This lands Columbia College Chicago in the #53 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in Illinois.

Nationally, You May Not Get a Great Education, So At Least Try to Have Fun With No Money

Columbia College Chicago's educational quality places it below average on our nationwide Overall Best Colleges ranking. However, when compared to other colleges and universities that deliver the same caliber of education, the net price to attend Columbia is much higher than it should be. This has earned it a very poor #1,462 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list. While this school earns below average marks for quality, its pricing is more in-line with an above average school, making this an overpriced option for the education it delivers.

The following graphic shows how the cost of obtaining a degree at Columbia College Chicago compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.

Underpriced	Best	$62,987 - Blue Mountain College $75,427 - Chadron State College
	Good	$98,369 - Northern State University
Average	Fair	$112,380 - East Texas Baptist University
	Low	$121,137 - Graceland University - Lamoni $127,978 - University of South Carolina - Upstate
Overpriced	Poor	$140,509 - Alverno College $142,863 - Midway University $156,555 - College of Saint Elizabeth $159,401 - Neumann University $161,335 - Columbia College Chicago

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The Total Cost for Your Degree Will Be About $161,335

On average, a bachelor's degree at Columbia College Chicago will cost you about $161,335. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $36,885 per year and an average of 4.4 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$36,885
Average Years to Graduate	4.4
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$161,335

Many Factors Affect Net Price.

How does the location of this school affect cost? You can save money by going to a school in-state, living at home or living off-campus with a roommate. Please see the net price page for additional factors, such as your family's income, that can influence the price you will pay for college.

Value Varies Depending on Financial Circumstance

The overall price of a college may vary greatly depending on your individual circumstances, thus affecting its value. Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into 'averages'. To get a sense of how value for your educational dollar might vary based on individual circumstances, look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Columbia College Chicago. Now compare this value metric for each college you are interested in.

Nationwide Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$191,174	989	F
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$161,335	1,280	F-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$147,929	1,317	F-

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$191,174	31	F
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$161,335	47	F-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$147,929	46	F-

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Illinois.

What is Value?

We calculate value by calculating average total cost (net price multiplied by time to graduation) and then compare that number to other schools of similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

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Compare the Columbia College Chicago Value of an Education

Is Columbia College Chicago Worth the Price?

Within Illinois, Columbia College Chicago is Considered a Lower Quality College at a Very Expensive Price.

Nationally, You May Not Get a Great Education, So At Least Try to Have Fun With No Money

The Total Cost for Your Degree Will Be About $161,335

Value Varies Depending on Financial Circumstance

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