Undergraduate Admissions

Columbia College Chicago is the nation’s largest and most diverse private arts college. Located in downtown Chicago’s vibrant South Loop neighborhood, Columbia is a non-profit creative academic community that takes a practical approach to arts education. Columbia's programs in the visual, performing, and media arts are firmly rooted in a rigorous liberal arts and sciences curriculum, which provides students with the essential context  in which to practice their craft, develop their voice, and launch a sustainable career.

30,000 people. 50 showcases. 14 galleries. 4 stages. 1 day. Experience Manifest. Columbia College Chicago’s urban arts festival.

Attention high school Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors, the High School Summer Institute application is now available. What are your plans for the summer?

Be a part of Raw Voices, a Teens in the Media Arts festival, hosted by CCAP. Find more information and applications here.