Columbia International University
Private college · Columbia, SC · 716 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
94%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
—
ACT (middle 50%)
—
Average net price
$18,951
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$42,083
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
50%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Columbia International University?
Columbia International University accepts about 94 of every 100 applicants (94%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The latest federal data says Columbia International University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Columbia International University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Columbia International University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $42,083 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $18,951 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $27,900 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$27,900
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$27,900
- Room & board$11,950
- Total cost of attendance$42,083
- Average net price after grants$18,951
Popular majors
Business, Theology, Education, Parks, Recreation & Fitness, Communications.
Columbia International University FAQ
- What is Columbia International University's acceptance rate?
- 94% — accessible.
- Is Columbia International University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Columbia International University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Columbia International University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Columbia International University cost?
- About $42,083 a year before aid; $18,951 on average after grants.
- What is Columbia International University's FAFSA school code?
- 003429. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Columbia International University receives your information.
- What is Columbia International University's graduation rate?
- 50% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Columbia International University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coker UniversityHartsville, SC | 94% | — | $24,908 | 37% |
| Columbia CollegeColumbia, SC | 94% | — | $21,611 | 41% |
| Benedict CollegeColumbia, SC | 96% | — | $17,734 | 43% |
| Charleston Southern UniversityCharleston, SC | 96% | 930–1160 | $20,661 | 50% |
| Newberry CollegeNewberry, SC | 90% | — | $22,104 | 42% |
| Southern Wesleyan UniversityCentral, SC | 100% | 1040–1210 | $16,041 | 52% |