Admissions Overview
The admission process at Columbia College has a 96% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Columbia College has test requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
96%
Less Selective
Application Volume
2,163
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
10%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Columbia College has a 96% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Columbia College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Required
Standardized test scores are required for admission
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School Transcript
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Standardized Test Scores
Not ConsideredPersonal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredLetters of Recommendation
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Columbia College. About 6% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 850 to 1,140. Additionally, about 6% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 14 to 18.
SAT Scores
6% of students submitted400
1600
850 – 1140
200
800
460 – 590
200
800
390 – 550
ACT Scores
6% of students submitted1
36
14 – 18
1
36
11 – 15
1
36
15 – 16
Admission Statistics
2,163 students applied to COLUMBIASC. Of those, 96% were accepted (2,072 students). Of these 2,072 accepted students, 204 chose to enroll.
2,163
Total Applicants
2,072
Students Admitted
204
Students Enrolled
96%
Acceptance Rate