Illinois Media School
Illinois Media School is a trade school (less than 2-year school) located in Chicago, IL. It offers 5 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (9/26/1993 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Illinois Media School is Radio and Television and the 2024 tuition and fees is $18,870. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Radio and Television programs ($18,794). The length of the program is 28 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 8 months.
The following table shows the 4 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Illinois Media School.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Radio and Television | $18,870 | $125 | 28 Hours | 8 Months | $18,794 |
| 2 | Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia | $18,840 | $125 | 28 Hours | 8 Months | $15,070 |
| 3 | Sports Communication | $12,450 | $125 | 30 Hours | 6 Months | $12,450 |
| 4 | Radio, Television, and Digital Communication (other) | $12,450 | $125 | 30 Hours | 6 Months | $12,450 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 26 students attended Illinois Media School in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 1 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 24 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 7 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 10 (full-time) and 24 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Illinois Media School is 64% and the retention rate is 72% at the school.
| Student Population | 26 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 64% |
| Number of Faculty | 25 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 7 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Illinois Media School is $18,870
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition plans.
86% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $8,063 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $18,870 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $125 |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $7,000 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $6,640 |
| Average Financial Amount | $8,063 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Illinois Media School offers 5 career programs for Less than 1-Year Certificate, 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 97 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1-Year Certificate | 3 | 0 | 23 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 2 | 0 | 74 |
| Total | 5 | 0 | 97 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Illinois Media School are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 97 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 23 students have earned/completed Less than 1-Year Certificate program.
- 74 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Communication and Journalism | ✕ | 23 completers |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication (other) | ✕ | 9 |
| Sports Communication | ✕ | 14 |
| International and Intercultural Communication | ✕ | 0 |
| Total | 23 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Communication and Journalism | ✕ | 74 completers |
| Radio and Television | ✕ | 72 |
| Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia | ✕ | 2 |
| Total | 74 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 26 students have enrolled into Illinois Media School. By gender, 21 male and 5 female students are attending the school.
There are 14 White (53.85%), 9 Black/African American (34.62%), 3 Hispanic (11.54%), and 3 students with other races.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 26 | 21 | 5 |
| American Indian/Native American | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Asian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Black/African American | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Hispanic | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White | 14 | 12 | 2 |
| Two More | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Un-Known | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Non-resident Alien | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Directory Information
- 455 Eisenhower Lane South Suite 200, Chicago, IL
- 630-916-1700
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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