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Columbia International University

  • 4 Year
  • Columbia, SC
  • 202 reviews
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    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B+
    2. Value
      B
    3. Diversity
      A-
    4. Campus
      B+
    5. Athletics
      C+
    6. Party Scene
      C+
    7. Professors
      C+
    8. Location
      B
    9. Dorms
      A
    10. Campus Food
      B
    11. Student Life
      A-
    12. Safety
      A
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    Columbia Intl. is an above-average private university located in Columbia, South Carolina. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 454 undergraduate students. Admissions is competitive as the Columbia Intl. acceptance rate is 28%. Popular majors include Biblical Studies, Non-Profit and Public Management, and Liberal Arts and Humanities. Graduating 67% of students, Columbia Intl. alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $25,100.
    About Columbia International University...
    Athletic Division
    NAIA Division II
    Athletic Conference
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    Address
    7435 Monticello Rd
    Columbia, SC 29203
    Website
    ciu.edu
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    Columbia International University 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
    28%
    Application Deadline
    —
    SAT Range
    840-1070
    ACT Range
    17-25
    Application Fee
    $25
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
    —

    Test Prep

    SAT and ACT Prep Options
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    • 200-Point SAT & 4-Point ACT Score Improvement Guarantees
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    Cost

    Net Price
    $18,476/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $15,082/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%

    Academics

    Professors
    C+
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    15:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
    87%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.15 responses
    72%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.18 responses
    72%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.18 responses
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    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Biblical Studies
      109 Graduates
    • Non-Profit and Public Management
      17 Graduates
    • Liberal Arts and Humanities
      16 Graduates
    • Elementary Education
      14 Graduates
    • Psychology
      9 Graduates
    • Communications
      8 Graduates
    • Religious Vocations
      6 Graduates
    • Divinity, Ministry, and Pre-Theology
      4 Graduates
    • International Studies
      4 Graduates
    • English
      2 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    454Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    43
    Undergrads Over 25
    15%
    Pell Grant
    53%
    Varsity Athletes
    23%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 12 responses
    Report
    • Christian
      83%
    • Amazing
      8%
    • Racist
      8%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    95%
    Poll
    100%
    of students say they don't have Greek life.16 responses
    Poll
    57%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.23 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 10 responses
    Report
    • Strong and loving community
      60%
    • Different
      20%
    • Racist
      10%
    • Underrated
      10%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $29,900/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    67%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    86%
    National
    83%
    100%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.8 responses
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    Columbia International University Reviews

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    The community at CIU is incredible! The faculty cares so much about every student, regardless of any differences they may have. Student involvement is high and there is much fun to be had! This is one of the few colleges that I know of where your professors invite you for dinner and you have their personal cell phone numbers. Their care and compassion for every student is incredible.
    The facilities are being updated, thanks to our new CIU President. The campus is beautiful and somewhat secluded from the city, with many walking trails all around the campus. Beautiful view, as well!
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    I have a lot of disabilities that make attending school a challenge. I need seve accommodations and require flexible teachers who will work with me when things happen I expectedly. CIU has gone above and beyond my expectations with this and has even brought in a vocational rehabilitation specialist to campus to farther help students with disability's succeed. The professors at CIU all have a desire to teach and a passion for it! They aren't there for money or personal fulfillment; they are there to teach you and help you succeed and will go far beyond the requirements of a teacher.
    I love Columbia International University. The campus is clean and very family oriented. The professors are friendly, helpful and understanding. CIU is expanding and giving students more opportunities to excel and succeed during and after the college experience. The dorms could use a little updating, but overall they are well kept.