School of Film and Television

08/24/2026

Check out MovieMaker Magazine ranking Columbia College Chicago among the 30 best film schools in the U.S. and Canada.

"MovieMaker" recognizes the firsthand experience offered at Columbia College Chicago and its ability to bring film industry professionals together with students.

08/11/2026

Congratulations to the animation team at Columbia College Chicago continuing an award winning festival run with the short film PENGUIN WITH A SWORD. Follow on Instagram

08/07/2026

Directing II student filmmakers at Columbia College Chicago behind the scenes on location spring semester. Short film coming soon. Follow on Instagram

07/28/2026

Students! One of the best film schools in the country is at Columbia College Chicago! Thanks again to The Hollywood Reporter!

Columbia named to “The Hollywood Reporter’s” best U.S. film school list for the 15th consecutive year, with the school’s Emmy-nominated talent and new virtual production programming earning recognition.

07/23/2026

Head to Hudson to see BFA thesis short film ELLIE made at Columbia College Chicago on the BIG screen at Trifest this weekend!

‼️ Reminder to secure your spot to our 2nd year of TRIFEST International Youth Film Festival by clicking the link in our bio! ‼️

🎬 We have an incredible line up of talented filmmakers this year from all around the world we are excited to share with you all! Secure your spot now for this weekend; looking forward to seeing you in Hudson!

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07/14/2026

Congratulations to 3 at Columbia College Chicago Alumni and Friends on 4 Emmy nominations. Learn more at Columbia College Chicago News

The Television Academy recognizes Columbia College Chicago alumni Chase Infiniti ’22, Christian Sprenger ’07, and Tari Segal ’03 for their work on three acclaimed television series.

07/10/2026

Student filmmakers at Columbia College Chicago behind the scenes on Fictional Cinema Production THE HALFWAY film on location spring semester. Follow on Instagram

06/24/2026

Student filmmakers at Columbia College Chicago behind the scenes on Directing II THE RUNAWAY AND THE STRANGER on location spring semester.