Right now with all the COVID-19 craziness going on, taking online courses through Vitruvian is a…read moregreat way to develop talents, during the shelter in place orders and social distancing. The online course offers hours of detailed video direction. The videos are high-quality and give great depth and detail into instruction. I am about halfway through the course and I absolutely love it. David the instructor is extremely detail oriented. If you are looking to develop your drawing skills, I highly recommend their Beginners Course in Drawing. One of the reasons I love this online corse it is because you can work at your own pace and you can go back and watch the videos as many times as you need to. David is extremely responsive. Anytime I have had a question or a concern he responds very quickly. I'm giving them 5 STARS! :)

Some are intimidated by the words "realism" and "traditional," but if you want to learn to draw,…read morepaint and sculpt well, no matter your personal style or aesthetic, Vitruvian is the BEST place to go. Not only are both instructors/owners extremely skilled, but they have decades of combined experience in instruction, and know how to systematically and effectively develop an artist from beginners to veterans They're both also great people to be around, and classes can be as fun as they are challenging. They're new Saturday format is extremely flexible, and great for beginners, and people with irregular schedules.

Triton College loves to flash their slogan: "There's a place for you." But for students like me,…read morethe truth is ugly -- there's no place here unless you're willing to be chewed up by their broken system and blamed for problems they created. I came to Triton determined to break cycles. I would've been the first person in my family to earn a degree. I worked my way down to just four classes away from finishing. Four classes from changing everything. But instead of support, Triton gave me roadblocks, mixed-up advising, and endless financial strain. I'm a full-time single mom. I work, I take care of my child, and I go without to make this education happen. I already live with food insecurity, already wonder how I'm going to pay bills and still make sure my kid eats. Every dollar and every hour matters. And still, Triton acts like none of that matters. Their advising system is a complete failure. You can ask three different staff members the same question and get three different answers. When you follow their guidance and it turns out to be wrong, the blame falls on you. Their mistakes become your bill -- extra classes, extra books, extra tuition. Time and money I couldn't afford to lose, gone, because they can't give consistent answers. They love to brag about resources and "access." But in reality, access here means limited hours, endless red tape, and confusing processes that make you feel trapped. When you ask for help, you get brushed off. Push harder, and you're treated like you're the problem. Meanwhile, the college has every system in place to protect themselves but none to protect the students. It's like Triton profits off students' confusion and desperation. They trap you into paying for classes you shouldn't need, charge you for their own mistakes, and leave you holding the blame. I've already skipped meals to pay for gas to get to class. I've already sacrificed sleep and time with my child to study. And still, Triton found a way to take more. On top of tuition and fees, I had to purchase the tools necessary for my program -- tools that should've been provided by a place of instruction. I spent money I didn't have just to participate in my own classes. Only after I submitted a formal complaint did Triton finally supply tools for students to use on site. That's not support -- that's neglect. And it proves that unless students speak up and fight, Triton won't take action. The stress this school has caused me isn't just about education -- it's about survival. I was so close to finishing, so close to being the first degree earner in my family, and Triton made it feel impossible. That's something I'll never forgive: they don't just block progress, they crush hope. And yet, I need to be clear -- not everyone at Triton is part of the problem. The only reason I haven't given up completely is because of Lena Musa and Kenneth Davis. They are the only two people in my program who treated me like my education and my life mattered. They gave real answers, real guidance, and real respect. Without them, Triton would've broken me completely. Triton College needs to stop selling slogans and start owning up to their failures. Students deserve support, not punishment. We deserve guidance, not confusion. We deserve a system that helps us succeed instead of one that bleeds us dry. Until that happens, Triton is not a place for you -- it's a place that will leave you broke, blamed, and broken.

Belinda in the financial aid office assisted me today and made me feel so comfortable about this…read moreprocess of enrolling back in school after not attending since 2015! I really appreciate her help!

I have been going to the Mosaic School since January 2025 and have taken 3 classes. The teachers…read moreare great, the atmosphere is welcoming, and I tell all of my friends and family about this place! Nowhere else in the U.S. is there an art school that has such a focus on mosaics. I've learned so much -- they provide the materials and the expertise. I've met some really wonderful people and friends and am already signed up for their stained glass class in September!

Just spent the most amazing weekend at the Chicago Mosaic School. I traveled over 500 miles to get…read morethere and it was well worth my time and effort. I felt the atmosphere to be warm and accepting, accommodating those with little experience and those who spend their lives being creative. It was a perfect balance of informational, historical and hands on Glass work. All my questions were thoroughly answered and I left feeling inspired and eager to utilize what I learned. I would recommend this school to any and all. An added bonus is the eclectic neighborhood, warm and charming teacher, Lydia, inclusive atmosphere and creative vibe that persisted throughout the class.

I take classes here and love it. Love the environment and the teachers are Great. Would recommend…read moreto anyone

Such a cool place and such a cool concept! I've gone to events a few times and the staff has been…read morenothing but sweet and accommodating. We need more places like this in Chicago! The atmosphere and art on the walls is also gorgeous.

We all had a great wine and beer fueled private painting lesson! The instructor was friendly,…read moreapproachable, and helpful. Very quaint exterior as well!

This small in space Art League packs a lot of history. I enjoyed the classes taught by respected…read moreprofessionals. The classes lean more on studio time and community space then pure instruction and specific prjects which is nice. The classes were affordable and provide gallery shows once a year for students.

Double header of volleyball and basketball made for a fun afternoon in River Forest!!! Close to the…read moreWest Cook YMCA. Student section is always live and supportive! It did not disappoint. Thank you!

The education at this school is the equivalent if not worse than community college. I am a freshman…read moreNursing major who plays tennis so our program is one of the few that is a good investment for the school due to clinical connections as early as sophomore year, but as far as the price that students who dorm have to pay, it is extremely far from worth it. Community colleges where you can complete your prerequisites like College of Dupage, Triton, or Chicago colleges would have been more beneficial to save money. I was expecting more student involvement and local organizations and activities, but it has dimmed my personal campus life aside from playing a sport. This school places a big emphasis on sports recruitment and it is primarily the reason why I am here along with the Nursing program, but diversity, sense of community, and campus events are lacking innovation or a truer sense of university life. It is a Lutheran college with closeted beliefs so I feel like I am being put in a bubble. I am Catholic so spiritually it is not far off, but it is not what I intend to practice. I was initially going to attend UIC but because they seldom direct admit, I would have to do pre-requisites and reapply sophomore year. I am planning to transfer after the spring semester to local universities with better diversity, student organizations, and better prices (where it is worth taking out a loan). The only good majors at this school are Nursing, Music, Theology, or Education. The gen-eds are so easy they are comparable to high school courses.

Clean facility. Very professional, friendly knowledgeable staff. Throughly explained step by step…read moreinstructions on how to create my masterpiece. I had an amazing girls night out sipping wine, chatting, and being creative. Class went so well I am considering taking the 6 week course. Shout out to Jack and Carmen for being amazing hosts!

Took a one-time class. Natalie and the assistant (I'm so sorry I forgot their name) were amazing…read more Super helpful and patient with my beginner fumbling. Despite being slow and bad at it, I was able to get a few decent pieces due to their help ! Would come back again for sure.

Great price and small classes in a great neighborhood. This school is hands on with teachers…read moreinvolved in helping kids one on one.

Love the PhD program here! It's a quick and realistic program to complete if you are already…read moreworking full-time.

I can only really relay what my child told me and make some assumptions but seemed like the camp…read morewas overall 'average' but if it were up to my kid, she would give this camp a 0 because they didn't let the kids play in the playground all week. I assume it was due to a shortage on staffing but not sure I'm sympathetic given the cost of this camp. Mind you she was 8, not 3 year old. Her friends who also went had a similar experience and this year said 'absolutely no Galileo'. Unclear if this is the norm or just a one time thing with summer of 2025 or that week but figured I let the community aware.

An inventive and creative summer camp option. Perfect for kids who like to build, tinker, and…read morecreate. There is outdoor time, and an option to add-in lunch and before/after care. The staff is great - well trained and nearly all of them are educators during the school year. There are camp songs and silly fun, and it's a great option!