Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Columbia, South Carolina |
| Online | columbiasc.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Religious Affiliation | United Methodist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Columbia College, located in the heart of South Carolina's capital city, operates as a private liberal arts institution that transitioned from a women's college to become fully coeducational in 2020. The 50-acre urban campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings, including several structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Founded in 1854 by the Methodist Church, the college maintains selective admission standards and emphasizes undergraduate programs in education, business, and healthcare disciplines. The campus provides traditional dormitory housing for residential students, while its location two miles from downtown Columbia offers access to internship opportunities and cultural amenities in the metropolitan area.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Columbia College is rated within the lower 33% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Columbia College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#913 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#546 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#17 in Best Colleges in South Carolina
#9 in Best Private Colleges in South Carolina
#19 in Best Value Colleges in South Carolina
View the CollegeSimply ranking methodology.
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 850/1140 |
| ACT | 14/18 |
| GPA | 3.56 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 |
| Other Fees | $800 |
| Room and Board | $8,400 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $7,042 |
| Total One Year Cost | $38,732 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 20% |
| Psychology | 12% |
| Business | 12% |
| Human Services | 9% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 9% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=217934 IPEDS survey data for Columbia College.
Current students may use the Columbia College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024