Columbia Southern University
Columbia Southern University is a Private (for-profit), 4 or more years school located in Orange Beach, AL. It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship. Columbia Southern University is a completely online college that all degrees can be earned entirely through the distance learning.The 2020 tuition & fees at Columbia Southern University is $5,655. 85% of the enrolled undergraduate students have received grant or scholarships and the average aid amount is $1,903 at Columbia Southern University. The school has a total enrollment of 21,104 and student to faculty ratio is 62 to 1 (1.61%). The salary range after graduation from Columbia Southern University varies by field of study and the average salary range $25,600 to $66,500.
Directory Information
| Address | 21982 University Lane, Orange Beach, AL 36561-9000 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 251-981-3771 |
| WEB | www.columbiasouthern.edu |
| Admission | www.columbiasouthern.edu/admissions |
| Online Application | www.columbiasouthern.edu/Apply-Now |
| Financial Aid | www.columbiasouthern.edu/tuition-financing/federal-student-aid |
| Net Price Calculator | www.columbiasouthern.edu/tuition-financing/net-price-calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | www.columbiasouthern.edu/Financial |
| Disability Service | www.columbiasouthern.edu/consumer-information/office-of-disability |
| School Type | Private (for-profit), 4 or more years |
| Carnegie Category | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship |
2020 Tuition & Fees and 2021 Estimation
For undergraduate school, its 2020 tuition and fees are $5,655. For graduate programs, its 2020 graduate school tuition and fees are $3,915.
The estimated 2021 tuition & fees are $5,778. The estimated 2021 graduate school tuition & fees are $4,104. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where Fire Prevention and Safety Technology/Technician program shows the highest salary with $66,500 after graduating from Columbia Southern University.
| Undergraduate | $5,655 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $3,915 |
source: IPEDS, U.S. Department of Education
| Undergraduate | $5,778 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $4,104 |
The estimation for 2020-2021 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
2020 Key Stats
The average graduation rate is 24%. Total 21,104 students are attending at the school and it does not possess campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in next table.
| Graduation Rate » | 24% |
|---|---|
| Retention Rate | 56%(full-time), 22% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 1.61% (62 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 21,104 (15,245 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $1,903 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $25,600 - $66,500 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
At Columbia Southern University, all courses can be done through online classes completely (both undergraduate and graduate degrees).Next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| Degrees From Online Classes Completely | |
| ROTC | No |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | No |
| Study Abroad | No |
It provides a number of student services including academic/career counseling services.
| Remedial services | No |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | No |
| Placement services for completers | No |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Special Characteristics
Next table illustrates special characteristics of Columbia Southern University.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | No |
| Dormitory Capacity | No Campus Housing Facilities Provided |
