C+
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    B-
  2. Value
    B
  3. Diversity
    A-
  4. Campus
    C+
  5. Athletics
    C+
  6. Party Scene
    B-
  7. Professors
    B-
  8. Location
    B
  9. Dorms
    B-
  10. Campus Food
    B-
  11. Student Life
    C-
  12. Safety
    B+
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Columbia College - South Carolina is ...
Private not-for-profit, Methodist
Athletic Division
NAIA Division I
Athletic Conference
Appalachian Athletic Conference
Address
1301 Columbia College Dr
Columbia, SC 29203
Website
columbiasc.edu

Columbia College - South Carolina Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
89%
SAT Range
840-1070
ACT Range
18-24
Application Fee
$25
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
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Test Scores and GPA for Columbia College - South Carolina

Cost

Net Price
$17,891/ year
National
$15,403
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $14,558/ year
  • $30-48k
    $16,793/ year
  • $49-75k
    $18,284/ year
  • $76-110k
    $19,289/ year
  • $110k+
    $21,466/ year

Academics

Professors
B-
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
13:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
85%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.33 responses
67%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.36 responses
54%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.35 responses

Majors

Most Popular Majors
  • Social Work and Youth Services
    34 Graduates
  • Communications
    30 Graduates
  • Psychology
    22 Graduates
  • Behavioral Sciences
    21 Graduates
  • Computer Systems Technician
    19 Graduates
  • Business Administration and Management
    17 Graduates
  • Criminal Justice and Safety Studies
    16 Graduates
  • Special Education and Teaching
    13 Graduates
  • Speech Language Pathology
    10 Graduates
  • Biology
    9 Graduates

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
1,034Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
38%
Pell Grant
38%
Varsity Athletes
15%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 16 responses
Report
  • Motivated
    63%
  • Fake. They pretend to be nice.
    13%
  • LIBERAL
    13%
  • Laid-back
    6%
  • Up-tight
    6%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
95%
Poll
73%
of students say they don't have Greek life.26 responses
Poll
55%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.44 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 21 responses
Report
  • Top scholars
    43%
  • Encouraging
    24%
  • Strict
    19%
  • Pushy
    14%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$31,800/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
50%
National
48%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
88%
National
83%
80%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.25 responses
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I like it here! The professors are pretty cool. There are students, upperclassmen, that are definitely happy to help you understand. There are a lot of international students, so there's a lot of diversity on campus. The academic scene was good until the school needed to be upgraded, which means there won't be any Spanish or French majors. I'm kinda hoping they don't take music for my friend's sake. The area the college is in is a little sketchy, a bit of an understatement. There were at least 3 emails about guys running from police or something, but the Columbia College Police Department keeps us safe. As for the party scene, you're gonna have to go to University of South Carolina or Five Points. Bring a friend if you're going to Five Points, though. It's not notorious for danger; it's just safer that way, and it was recommended by the people who actually live here. Overall, I'm looking forward to what the next 2.5 years will bring here.
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A lot us currently changing (2017), and not necessarily for the better. The campus has a lot of hostility lately, unsure of why. You can tell that program directors are really trying, but a lot of programs have been cut and professors are being told to leave. Nothing here is concrete. I wouldn't be surprised at all if the college shuts down within 5 years. They're really struggling. If you're looking to transfer in two years and aren't worried about socializing, this is the school for you!
This is a college that offers a hands-on, personalized, small classroom environment. As a graduate of this college, I am proud to say I attend a college where I had positive, personal relationships with my professors and faculty, who made my academic experience outstanding. This college fosters a confident and independent woman who is driven in many aspects of life. The all women atmosphere cultivates a woman's voice and self confidence to speak up and propose new ideas and conversations. As a prior athlete at this institution, I believe that this school taught the importance of student first then athlete. This was important to me as although athletics and competing were important to, my academics were always first priority and never suffered due to missed classes or lack of time. I overall think this institution is one of the best small colleges for a woman who is looking to compete athletically at a higher level, while also obtaining an outstanding academic achievement.