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Enrollment Deposit

How much is CIU's enrollment deposit?

Columbia International University requires a deposit of $100 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

4.00%

Columbia International University is in the top 4.00% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

7.40%

Columbia International University is in the top 7.40% of colleges in the state of South Carolina for deposit cost. 12.50% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

2.70%

Columbia International University is in the top 2.70% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% ofprivate colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Columbia International University educates a diverse community of 2,481 students, with 1,001 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 1,480 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

2,481


Total Undergraduates

1,001

Total Graduates

1,480


Full-Time vs Part-Time

30% Full-Time

70% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Columbia International University has a 48% acceptance rate. Columbia International University has test required that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1090 and the average ACT score is 21.


Acceptance Rate

48%


SAT

Students submitting SAT

36%

Total Score

400

1600

9901195

Reading and Writing

200

800

500620

Math

200

800

490575

ACT

Students submitting ACT

25%

Composite Score

0

36

1625

English

0

36

2025

Math

0

36

1619

Location

Located in Columbia, SC, Columbia International University offers students a dynamic urban experience with all the advantages of a midsize city environment.


City

Columbia


County

Richland County


State

South Carolina


Country

United States


Urbanization

City: Midsize

About

Columbia International University features a student-focused approach with a 13 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NAIA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

13 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NAIA


Sector

Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above


Cost

Columbia International University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $19,911 with 64% of students receiving financial assistance including 36% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$19,911


Received Aid

64%


Pell Recipients

36%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $27,900

Out-of-State: $27,900

Demographics

The Columbia International University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with NaN% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
481 (48%)
Women
520 (52%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
193 (19%)
18-19
294 (29%)
20-21
237 (24%)
22-24
93 (9%)
Over 25
182 (18%)

Outcomes

Columbia International University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 65% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

65%

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