Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between selected colleges. Of the schools, 1 school was closed or not active. For the comparison, the schools are remained in the table. By school type, all 5 selected colleges are private. By school level, all 5 schools are less than 2-year institutions.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La James International College-East Moline | East Moline, IL | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||
| Illinois Media School | Lombard, IL | Private (for-profit), less than 2-years | Non-degree granting | Certificate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
| CALC Institute of Technology | Alton, IL | Private (for-profit), less than 2-years | Non-degree granting | Certificate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
| The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology | Downers Grove, IL | Private (for-profit), less than 2-years | Non-degree granting | Certificate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
| Trenz Beauty Academy | Calumet City, IL | Private (for-profit), less than 2-years | Non-degree granting | Certificate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of selected colleges is $19,384 for all undergraduate students. The following table compares key facts for each schools including acceptance rate, graduation rate, tuition, student to faculty ratio, and student population.
| Name | Tuition & Fees | Acceptance Rate | Graduation Rate | Student Faculty Ratio | Student Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La James International College-East Moline | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||
| Illinois Media School | $18,870 | - | - | 7:1 | 26 |
| CALC Institute of Technology | $14,500 | - | - | 8:1 | 61 |
| The University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology | $14,325 | - | - | 14:1 | 61 |
| Trenz Beauty Academy | $1,440 | - | - | 25:1 | 128 |
| Average | $19,384 | - | 0.00% | 3.00:1 | 5 |