C
Average
Score: 51/100

Columbia College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Columbia, Missouri 65216
🌐 https://www.ccis.edu/
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 46%
Outcomes
C+
63/100
Affordability
D
36/100
Resources
C+
58/100
Experience
B
70/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Quick Stats

6,046
Total Enrollment
46%
Graduation Rate
67%
Retention Rate
20.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $12,268 $12,268
Room $5,202
Board $3,672
Total Cost (On-Campus) $38,928 $38,928

Financial Aid

93%
Receive Any Aid
50%
Receive Pell Grants
50%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

6,046
Total Students
59%
Women
34%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 53%
Hispanic 11%
Black 21%
Asian 3%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 21%
Hybrid (Some Online) 11%
Fully Online 68%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 34%
25-64 (Adult) 65%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Columbia College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Columbia College?
Tuition at Columbia College is $12,268 for in-state students and $12,268 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Columbia College?
The graduation rate at Columbia College is 46%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Columbia College a good school?
Columbia College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Columbia College?
Columbia College has a total enrollment of 6,046 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology