Columbia College Chicago Top Questions

It doesn't really look like a school. There are a bunch of tall buildings mixed in with a bunch of other tall buildings. Almost all have big Columbia signs painted on the side, some have big lobbies on the ground floor with brightly colored furniture, there's usually a big group of 20-somethings standing around the entrances smoking-that's what other schools say gives us away. There are usually murals on the hallway walls and flyers everywhere for different shows put on by students.

Columbia College is a school that supports the arts and creativity.

The school best for those who want to be successful and pursue their career in the arts.

So far the school has been excellent. I believe the best part is that just about every teacher works in their respective fields. In most colleges, professors work on projects and other stuff, but at Columbia we have people who actually work in the business. In the audio department, there are teachers who own their own recording studios. Getting to know these people is one of the largest benefits of going to Columbia since you can add them to your circle of collegues. They are willing to work with you and to help you succeed.

Columbia College is an extraordinary place full of talented, imaginative, and aspiring students.

A private art school with a preference of conceptual artwork over technical skill.

probably really weird & different. we are such a mix of creative mush. Fine artists, designers...fashion, music, theatre, marketing... it's really funny how you can place students in their major by looking at them

Columbia is a place for artists of all kinds looking for a accepting environment to create and live.

If you learn better in a hands-on environment, are creative and want to major in non-traditional subjects such as the arts, media, music, fashion design or any other creative wndeavor, this is the place for you.