Chicago Advertising Schools & Programs

Students wishing to study advertising in Chicago have plenty of resources from which to choose. Illinois Institute of Art – Chicago offers programs in fashion marketing & management and advertising; Chicago State University offers marketing and public relations; and Roosevelt University offers advertising, marketing, and integrated communications.

The occupational forecast for advertising in Chicago is quite favorable. Through 2012, it's anticipated that all advertising-related professions combined will experience a 21.12% growth rate. Advertising and promotions management opportunities expect an 18.96% increase and marketing management positions will see 15.93% more opportunities. Public relations management positions predict 13.77% more opportunities while sales management positions are expected to increase by 25.26%.


Advertising Schools, Programs & Courses in Chicago
Subjects listed are highlights of programs and/or courses offered.
Harrington College of Design Brown College Argosy University University of Phoenix American Intercontinental University Kaplan University Le Cordon Bleu Schools International Academy of Design & Technology Argosy University Art Institute Online Brooks Institute of Photography Brooks Institute of Photography The Art Institutes The Art Institutes Sanford Brown Institute Harrington College of Design University of Phoenix Brooks Institute of Photography Brooks Institute of Photography Argosy University DeVry University Vet Tech Institute The Art Institutes The Art Institute Online
Why Chicago is a Great Place to Study Advertising
Chicago, with 11 Fortune 500 companies within its city limits, is a prime location to study advertising. Companies including Sara Lee, W.M. Wrigley, Jr. Co., and Quaker Oats all require heavy advertising-related operations. This creates an excellent employment situation for advertising students.

Other Resources for Advertising Education and Careers in Chicago
  • AIGA Chicago
  • American Advertising Federation
  • Chicago Advertising Federation
  • Chicago Interactive Marketing Association
  • Chicago Chapter of the American Marketing Association
  • Advertising - Employers in Chicago
  • Slack Barshinger
  • Colman Brohan Davis Marketing
  • Group 365
  • Killian & Company Advertising
  • Plan B | The Agency Alternative
  • The Monogram Group
  • Alexander Marketing Associates
  • McKinney | Chicago
  • MRS Advertising

  • Advertising - Internship Opportunities in Chicago
  • Killian & Company Advertising
  • Center Stage Chicago
  • TheOnion.com
  • Newcity Chicago
  • MerchandiseMart
  • Adler Planetarium
  • The Art Institute