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Columbia College
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Annual Tuition
$24,326
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
N/A
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
44.0%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$45,378
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
Columbia College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Columbia, MO. With a competitive tuition profile of $24,326, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 44.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$97,304
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
6.3 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$15,378
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$56,476
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$210,256
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 44%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Columbia College is $23,879.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$24,326
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
67.4%
Success
44.0%
In-State Cost
$24,326
Age 25+ Students
65.1%
Carnegie Class
Master's: Larger
Working at 6yr
6,586 students
Living In Columbia
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$702
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$861
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,035
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Columbia metropolitan area.