C
Average
Score: 45/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
58/100 · earnings-weighted

Southeastern College-Columbia

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Columbia, South Carolina 29223
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 52%
Outcomes
B
65/100
Affordability
F
32/100
Resources
C
52/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
F
21/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

249
Total Enrollment
52%
Graduation Rate
89%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
92%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Southeastern College-Columbia, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$31,156
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$26,719
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,500
Median debt at graduation
66.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
77.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 30% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 52nd percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (SC wage index 0.81). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Southeastern College-Columbia

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Health and Medical Administrative Services—$41,182+16%#106 of 496#32$13,013
Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services$25,459$31,928+8%#49 of 199#18$7,811
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$24,383$31,433-8%#500 of 637#346$9,500

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Southeastern College-Columbia Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $222,920
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,481/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 29203 (7.9% cap, Columbia)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $22,384 $22,384

Financial Aid

93%
Receive Any Aid
70%
Receive Pell Grants
78%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

249
Total Students
94%
Women
41%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 17%
Hispanic 5%
Black 64%
Asian 1%
Two or More 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 41%
25-64 (Adult) 58%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Southeastern College-Columbia?
Southeastern College-Columbia has an acceptance rate of 92%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Southeastern College-Columbia?
Tuition at Southeastern College-Columbia is $22,384 for in-state students and $22,384 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Southeastern College-Columbia?
The graduation rate at Southeastern College-Columbia is 52%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Southeastern College-Columbia a good school?
Southeastern College-Columbia has a Repit College Score of 45/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Southeastern College-Columbia?
Southeastern College-Columbia has a total enrollment of 249 students.

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