Colleges Near Columbia

Colleges and universities near me in the Columbia, Missouri area

There are 3 colleges in Columbia and 30 colleges within 100 miles enrolling a total of 101,717 students. These are the closest colleges.

Located in Missouri with a population of 108,500, the closest colleges are ranked below by distance from Columbia. Driving time to these schools from Columbia should be less than 2 hours. The top rated college in the area is Missouri University of Science and Technology in Rolla which is ranked #226 in the nation by CollegeSimply. The largest college in the area is University of Missouri Columbia enrolling 31,304 students. In terms of affordability, East Central College in Union offers the lowest tuition for colleges in the area at $3,864 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, MO within 100 miles Public Private For-Profit 4 year 2 year

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Urshan College
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Wentzville, Missouri
 

Urshan College

Private 4 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 473enrollment
  • $9,467net price
  • 85%acceptance rate
  • 900-1060SAT range
  • 18-22ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

81 miles from Columbia

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John Wood Community College
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Quincy, IL
 

John Wood Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 1,718enrollment
  • $6,557net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

85 miles from Columbia

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Quincy University
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Quincy, IL

Quincy University

Private 4 Year

3 reviews

#25 Best Private Colleges in Illinois

  • 1,307enrollment
  • $11,985net price
  • 62%acceptance rate
  • 1060-1240SAT range
  • 21-26ACT range
  • 3.47Avg GPA

85 miles from Columbia

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Wentworth Military Academy & Junior College
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Lexington, MO
 

Wentworth Military Academy & Junior College

Private 2 Year

0 reviews

 

  • 704enrollment
  • $19,099net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

85 miles from Columbia

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Vatterott College Quincy
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Quincy, IL
 

Vatterott College Quincy

Private 2 Year

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  • 94enrollment
  • $18,553net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

86 miles from Columbia

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Truman State University
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Kirksville, MO

Truman State University

Public 4 Year

1 reviews

#3 Best Value Colleges in Missouri

  • 3,960enrollment
  • $13,993net price
  • 45%acceptance rate
  • 1070-1330SAT range
  • 23-29ACT range
  • 3.81Avg GPA

87 miles from Columbia

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Culver Stockton College
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Canton, MO
 

Culver Stockton College

Private 4 Year

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  • 999enrollment
  • $20,522net price
  • 97%acceptance rate
  • 970-1080SAT range
  • 19-25ACT range
  • 3.37Avg GPA

Applications Due Aug 15

92 miles from Columbia

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St Charles Community College
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Cottleville, MO
 

St Charles Community College

Public 2 Year

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  • 5,800enrollment
  • $1,000net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

92 miles from Columbia

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Vatterott College St Charles
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St Charles, MO
 

Vatterott College St Charles

Private 2 Year

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  • 220enrollment
  • $18,337net price
  • 100%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • NAAvg GPA

96 miles from Columbia

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Lindenwood University
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Saint Charles, MO

Lindenwood University

Private 4 Year

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#8 Best Private Colleges in Missouri

  • 7,000enrollment
  • $18,016net price
  • 74%acceptance rate
  • 1023-1230SAT range
  • 21-27ACT range
  • 3.42Avg GPA

99 miles from Columbia

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Logan University
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Chesterfield, MO

Logan University

Private 4 Year

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  • 1,735enrollment
  • $14,006net price
  • 82%acceptance rate
  • -SAT range
  • -ACT range
  • 3.27Avg GPA

99 miles from Columbia

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Missouri Tech
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Saint Charles, Missouri
 

Missouri Tech

Private 4 Year

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  • 119enrollment
  • -net 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 Moberly Area Community College and is 33.2 miles from Columbia. Explore the complete list of nearby community college options.

Tuition and fees at Moberly Area Community College are $3,900 for local residents for one academic year. Explore full costs to attend.

Moberly Area Community College has an open admission policy. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met.