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Columbia College

Columbia, South Carolina · Private Non-Profit · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$45,863

Acceptance Rate

96%

Graduation Rate

54%

Annual Tuition

$21,450

At a Glance

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Total Students

1,245

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Retention Rate

53%

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Faculty Ratio

11

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Financial Aid

70%

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Median Debt

$22,750

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Campus Setting

City

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Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

Columbia College is a private, non-profit institution with 1,245 students. The college has a high acceptance rate of 95.8%. The graduation rate is 54.4%, and the retention rate is 52.9%. The in-state tuition is $21,450, and 70% of students receive financial aid.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $42,036. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $45,863, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $41,338. The median debt for students is $22,750.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$42k

1 YEAR

$46k

5 YEARS

$41k

10 YEARS

Top 48% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

Graduates of Columbia College, Columbia, report earnings of $42,036 one year after graduation. Five years after graduation, earnings increase to $45,863. However, ten years after graduation, earnings decrease to $41,338. The median debt for graduates is $22,750, and 70% of students receive financial aid.

Columbia College has a high acceptance rate of 95.8%. The graduation rate is 54.4%, and the retention rate is 52.9%. The in-state tuition cost is $21,450. The college has a student population of 1,245.

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Campus Location

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Columbia, South Carolina

Columbia, SC 29203

Columbia College is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Columbia College has an acceptance rate of 96%.