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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!

On this Page You'll Find:

  • State Ranking of Columbia College Chicago
  • Price vs. Value Comparison
  • Estimated Degree Cost
  • Breakdown of Financial Aid
  • Value Calculation Methodology

Within Illinois, Columbia College Chicago is Ranked Slightly Below Average for Quality at a Comparatively Very Expensive Price.

Columbia College Chicago's overall typical net price combined with slightly below average quality education results in a lower value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in Illinois.

Nationally, Columbia is Likely Overpriced

When compared to other colleges at the same price point, we feel Columbia College Chicago should be expected to rank higher on our measure of quality. This results in a low value for the educational dollar.

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

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  • $70,410 - Blackburn College
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AverageFair
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    • $121,362 - California State University - Bakersfield
    • $129,412 - Ohio Dominican University
    OverpricedPoor
    • $148,892 - Barry University
    • $152,026 - Erskine College
    • $162,133 - Brenau University
    • $166,899 - Rivier University
    • $173,519 - Columbia College Chicago
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    The Total Cost for Your Degree Will Be About $173,519

    On average, a bachelor's degree at Columbia College Chicago will cost you about $173,519. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $40,803 per year and an average of 4.3 years to graduate.

     Amount
    Average Yearly Cost$40,803
    Average Years to Graduate4.3
    Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree$173,519

    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 GroupAvg Total Degree CostAffordability RankValue Grade
    Students Receiving no Aid$205,0261,013F
    All Students (With and Without Aid)$173,5191,305F-
    Only Students Receiving Aid$162,4491,372F-
    In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Total Degree CostAffordability RankValue Grade
    Students Receiving no Aid$205,02632F-
    All Students (With and Without Aid)$173,51949F-
    Only Students Receiving Aid$162,44949F-

    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.

    Read the full methodology article for more.

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