What is the acceptance rate at Columbia College?

Columbia College has an acceptance rate of about 96%, based on the most recent federal data on FindU.

How big is Columbia College?

Columbia College enrolls about 1,245 students.

What is the graduation rate at Columbia College?

Columbia College has a graduation rate of about 54%.

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Columbia College

Columbia, South Carolina · Private (nonprofit)

Jan 1Application deadline

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About

Columbia College is located in Columbia, South Carolina. It is a private (nonprofit) institution. The university enrolls approximately 1,245 students.

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Cost and aid

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$21,450

Out-of-state tuition$21,450

Room & board$8,550

Avg aid package$14,569

Students receiving aid90%

Pell grant recipients53%

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Admissions

Application info

Acceptance rate96%

Average GPA4.00

Student–faculty ratio11:1

Test optionalYes

Common AppYes

Application dates

Early DecisionNov 1

Regular DecisionJan 1

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Academics

Graduation rate54%

Retention rate53%

Student–faculty ratio11:1

Full-time faculty33%

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$41,338

Avg starting salary$70,000

Job placement rate84%

Internship rate66%

Earn more than HS grad77%

Economic mobility131%

Loan default (3 yr)6%

Loan repayment (3 yr)44%

Student life

Demographics

Small School

1,245Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

More femaleGender ratio

Female 82%Male 18%

38% WhiteRacial diversity

White 38%Black 38%Hispanic 11%Asian 2%Other 11%

Greek lifeYes

Campus housingYes

About Columbia College

Columbia prioritizes student safety with emergency systems, lighting, and campus police.

Endowment$21,506,655

Avg faculty salary$80,052

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