The four-year private not-for-profit institution in Chicago enrolled 6,825 students in fall 2018, including 6,568 in undergraduate and 257 in graduate programs, data shows. 11.6 percent of undergraduates transferred from another college or university.
46 percent of undergraduates are residents of Illinois, and 50 percent are residents of other states. 4 percent are citizens of foreign countries.
The undergraduate student body is comprised mostly of students who identify as white (53 percent) and Hispanic or Latino (16 percent).
The school admitted 87 percent of the 8,121 students who applied for fall 2018. Of those who were admitted, 19 percent enrolled.
Columbia College Chicago admission
Total admitted applicants and enrolled students are estimates.| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applicants | 8,121 | 37.9% | 62.1% |
| Admitted applicants | 7,065 | 82% | 89% |
| Enrolled | 1,342 | 21% | 17% |
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