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SAE Institute of Technology-Chicago

Type 2 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Differs by program
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 17 to 1
Students retention rate 30%
On-time graduation rate 31%

Located in Chicago, Illinois, SAE Institute of Technology-Chicago is a private, for profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees.

One of the notable aspects of SAE Institute of Technology-Chicago is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

SAE Institute of Technology-Chicago is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

While the on-time graduation rate at SAE Institute of Technology-Chicago is reported to be 31%, it is essential to consider the context of this statistic. For-profit institutions often serve a diverse student population, including many non-traditional students who may face unique challenges in completing their degrees. For comparison, Illinois state's graduation rate for the 2021-2022 was 48% whereas the national average was 64%.

The retention rate of students at SAE Institute of Technology-Chicago is 30% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in Illinois is 70%, while the national average is 67%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at SAE Institute of Technology-Chicago do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
The most popular programs at SAE Institute of Technology-Chicago are Recording Arts Technology/Technician, Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management, Other. Below is the cost of attendance for these programs as well as the cost of attendance for similar schools that provide the same program.

Recording Arts Technology/Technician

Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management, Other

Program Length 12 months
Tuition and Fees $23,079
Books and Supplies $620
Total Cost $23,699

Similar schools that provide the same program:

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at SAE Institute of Technology-Chicago received on average $3,395 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$3,395
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 142 100% $3,324 $472,031
Other Federal Grant 142 100% $3,324 $472,031
State Grant/Scholarships 0 0% - -
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 3 2% $3,350 $10,050
Total Grant & Scholarships 142 100% $3,395 $482,081

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of SAE Institute of Technology-Chicago students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of SAE Institute of Technology-Chicago students is 31.2%. Female students graduated at a rate of 28.6%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 31.6%.

31.2%

  • African American 18.8% 6 students
  • white 36.4% 4 students
  • hispanic 46.1% 6 students
  • Mixed Race 42.9% 3 students

Service Offerings

SAE Institute of Technology-Chicago provides the following additional services to its students
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

SAE Institute of Technology-Chicago offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational