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Columbia International University

Columbia, SC · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · City

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About Columbia International University

Columbia International University (CIU) is a private Christian university in Columbia, South Carolina, United States. It was founded in 1923.

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94%

Acceptance

$26,036

Net price

716

Enrollment

47%

Grad rate

Report Card

C+

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

C

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

C

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

B-

Affordability

Average net price after aid

D

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

B-

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

94%

Acceptance rate

SAT average

21

ACT midpoint

Cost & Financial Aid

$26,036

Average net price

$27,900

In-state tuition

$27,900

Out-of-state tuition

$11,950

Room & board

$1,200

Books & supplies

$43,045

Total cost of attendance

34%

Students receiving Pell grants

46%

Students with federal loans

$20,000

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$21,955
$30–48K
$25,644
$48–75K
$23,535
$75–110K
$28,722
$110K+
$29,751

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$38,951

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$33,929

Median earnings (6 yrs)

47%

Graduation rate

53%

Retention rate

66%

Earn more than a HS grad

$5,595

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

716

Total enrollment

8%

Part-time

22

Avg. age at entry

24%

First-generation

Gender balance

51% women
49% men

Race & ethnicity

White
62%
Black
20%
Two or more races
5%
Asian
2%
Hispanic
0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0%

Columbia International University FAQ

Is Columbia International University a public or private school?

Columbia International University is a private nonprofit institution located in Columbia, SC.

What is the acceptance rate at Columbia International University?

Columbia International University has an acceptance rate of 94%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

How much does Columbia International University cost?

The average annual net price at Columbia International University is $26,036 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $27,900.

What is the graduation rate at Columbia International University?

About 47% of students at Columbia International University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Columbia International University graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Columbia International University students earn a median of $38,951 per year.

What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Columbia International University?

Admitted students at Columbia International University have an ACT midpoint of 21. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.

How many students attend Columbia International University?

Columbia International University enrolls about 716 students.

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