Colleges Near Columbia

Colleges and universities near me in the Columbia, Mississippi area

There are 51 colleges within 100 miles of Columbia enrolling a total of 204,354 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Mississippi with a population of 6,582, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Columbia. The nearest college is University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg at a distance of 29.2 miles from Columbia. Driving time to these schools from Columbia should be less than 2 hours. The top rated college in the area is Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana which is ranked #367 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is Louisiana State University enrolling 37,348 students. In terms of affordability, Southwest Mississippi Community College in Summit offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $3,200 per year.

This directory is inclusive of nearby two and four year schools, both public and private. If you are looking for more affordable higher education options or not ready for a full four-year program, consider local community colleges near Columbia.
Columbia, MS within 100 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

51 results

Court Reporting Institute of Louisiana
C
Baton Rouge, LA
 

Court Reporting Institute of Louisiana

Private 2 Year

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  • 2enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

92 miles from Columbia

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Our Lady of Holy Cross College
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New Orleans, LA
 

Our Lady of Holy Cross College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 1,120enrollment
  • $18,074net price
  • 87%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.12Estimated Avg GPA

Applications Due Jul 20

93 miles from Columbia

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Tulane University
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New Orleans, LA

Tulane University

Private 4 Year

1 reviews

 

  • 14,027enrollment
  • $50,263net price
  • 11%acceptance rate
  • 1370-1510SAT range
  • 31-33ACT range
  • 3.64Avg GPA

Applications Due Jan 15

93 miles from Columbia

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East Central Community College
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Decatur, MS
 

East Central Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 2,380enrollment
  • $6,111net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

92 miles from Columbia

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Baton Rouge College
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Baton Rouge, Louisiana
 

Baton Rouge College

Private 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 46enrollment
  • -net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

94 miles from Columbia

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Medvance Institute Baton Rouge
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Baton Rouge, LA
 

Medvance Institute Baton Rouge

Private 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 375enrollment
  • $26,225net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

94 miles from Columbia

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Remington College Baton Rouge Campus
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Baton Rouge, LA
 

Remington College Baton Rouge Campus

Private 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 152enrollment
  • $27,917net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

94 miles from Columbia

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Virginia College
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Baton Rouge, LA
 

Virginia College

Private 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 627enrollment
  • $24,606net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

93 miles from Columbia

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Capital Area Technical College Baton Rouge Campus
C
Baton Rouge, LA
 

Capital Area Technical College Baton Rouge Campus

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 1,202enrollment
  • $11,267net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

95 miles from Columbia

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Louisiana State University
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Baton Rouge, LA

Louisiana State University

Public 4 Year

2 reviews

#1 Best Value in Louisiana

  • 37,348enrollment
  • $21,296net price
  • 76%acceptance rate
  • 1140-1320SAT range
  • 23-28ACT range
  • 3.77Avg GPA

Applications Due Jul 15

95 miles from Columbia

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Southern University and A & M College
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HBCU
Baton Rouge, LA

Southern University and A & M College

Public 4 Year

0 reviews

#12 Best Public Universities in Louisiana

  • 7,320enrollment
  • $16,959net price
  • 54%acceptance rate
  • 820-1000SAT range
  • 15-19ACT range
  • 3.1Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 1

95 miles from Columbia

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Our Lady of the Lake College
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Baton Rouge, LA
 

Our Lady of the Lake College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

#2 Best Private Colleges in Louisiana

  • 1,228enrollment
  • $15,916net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • 20-24ACT range
  • 3.23Estimated Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 1

97 miles from Columbia

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Baton Rouge Community College
B
Baton Rouge, LA

Baton Rouge Community College

Public 2 Year

1 reviews

 

  • 9,284enrollment
  • $9,591net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

96 miles from Columbia

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River Parishes Community College
R
Sorrento, LA
 

River Parishes Community College

Public 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 2,339enrollment
  • $8,359net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

97 miles from Columbia

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University of Phoenix Baton Rouge
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Baton Rouge, Louisiana
 

University of Phoenix Baton Rouge

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 287enrollment
  • $17,713net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

98 miles from Columbia

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FAQ's

The closest community college is Pearl River Community College and is 32.8 miles from Columbia. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Pearl River Community College are $3,500 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.