Columbia College (South Carolina)
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Columbia College (South Carolina)
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: United Methodist
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Columbia College (South Carolina) is a small private college located on an urban campus in Columbia, South Carolina. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,268, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 96%. The college offers 50 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 53%, and a student-faculty ratio of 11:1. Tuition and fees for students are $15,980.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile14-18
SAT 25th-75th Percentile835-1110
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
55%
Online student enrollment
11:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
41%
Unknown
10%
Black
35%
Hispanic
9%
Two or more races
0%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
2%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
60% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
31
Total Online Enrollment
859
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.55% online, 45% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
50% On-campus
50% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates100% online
Associate100% online
Bachelor's40% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's89% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $15,980 | $15,980 |
| Graduate | $14,587 | $14,587 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $960 |
| On-campus room and board | $8,550 |
| On-campus other expenses | $4,940 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $6,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $4,880 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $4,880 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $30,430 | $30,430 |
| Off-campus without family | $28,420 | $28,420 |
| Off-campus with family | $21,820 | $21,820 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
61%
State Grant Aid
61%
Institution Grant Aid
84%
Pell Grant
60%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$23k
Average student debtafter graduation
$29k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Golf
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Basketball
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 7 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 8 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 9 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 10 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 11 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 12 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 13 | Psychology. | |||
| 14 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 15 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 16 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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