Columbia College (Columbia) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Columbia, MO. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The Columbia's tuition & fees is $12,276 for the academic year 2024-2025. 60% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,897.
The school has a total enrollment of 5,689 and the students to faculty ratio is 20 to 1 (5.00%).
Columbia ranked 24th in Missouri Colleges rankings. Columbia College is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
Columbia has 36 campuses and you can check institutes' campuses section for their information.
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Columbia College is $12,276. For graduate programs, its 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $8,477.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $12,284 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $7,811.
| Undergraduate | $12,276 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $8,477 |
| Undergraduate | $12,284 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $7,811 |
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
| Graduation Rate » | 42% |
|---|---|
| Retention Rate | 75%(full-time), 26% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 5.00% (20 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 5,689 (5,207 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $8,897 |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Columbia College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
| Learning Opportunities | |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army, NAVY, Air Force |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
| On-Campus Services | |
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Address | 1001 Rogers Street, Columbia, MO 65216 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 800-231-2391 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-year, private (not-for-profit) |
| Carnegie Category | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Master's degree |
Columbia College has 36 campuses and colleges. The following table shows each campus information. You can check the detailed tuition and directory inforatmion of each school by following the link on the school's name
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