Campus Identity
Illinois Media School is a private for-profit college in Chicago, IL. Lake Michigan is about 11 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 40 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
At a Glance
Illinois Media School is a private for-profit college in Chicago, IL. Lake Michigan is about 11 miles from campus. Ski resorts are within 40 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 100/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
Illinois Media School is a under 1,000, urban school. The campus is 19 miles from Four Lakes.
School Size & Setting
Under 1,000
Urban setting
Weather
Cold Climate
44°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Illinois Media School students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Four Lakes, 19 miles away with 7 lifts and 9 skiable acres. All are within 40 miles of campus.
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Nearby Lake
Lake Michigan is 11 miles from campus, giving Illinois Media School students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.
Lake Michigan
Lake access within 11.0 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Chicago, IL
Chicago has a cool climate, with winters averaging 25°F in Jan and summers peaking around 75°F in Jul.
Station: CHICAGO OHARE INTERNATIONAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Illinois Media School in IL earns a composite safety score of 100/100, rated Very Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
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What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
3 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Illinois Media School located?
Illinois Media School is located in Chicago, IL. The main campus address is 8501 W. Higgins Rd. Suite 450, Chicago, IL. It is a private institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.
Is Illinois Media School the right fit for me?
Whether Illinois Media School is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($27,238/year after aid), campus culture in Chicago, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Illinois Media School against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Illinois Media School directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- For-Profit
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Size
- Under 1,000
- Degrees Offered
- Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Cold · 44°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 100/100
- Nearest Airport
- Chicago, IL (ORD) · 3 mialso PWK (9 mi), MDW (15 mi)
Location
Chicago, IL