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Private Nonprofit4-year

Columbia College

Columbia, Missouri Β· City: MidsizeOfficial Website β†—

#2669
Nationally
#56
In Missouri
$12,268
Annual Tuition
per year
42%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
5,633
Undergrad Enrollment
5,000–9,999
Overall Score & Rankings
49/100
Average
#2669 nationally
#56 in Missouri
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes42
πŸ’°Affordability49
🎯Selectivity50
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth70

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Columbia College is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Columbia, Missouri. The college enrolls approximately 5,633 undergraduate students. Annual tuition is $12,268, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $25,567 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution. The six-year graduation rate is 42%, which is average compared to the national average of 63%.

Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$12,268/yr
Room & Board$9,354/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$21,622/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$12,268↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$25,567
$30,001 – $48,000$24,775
$48,001 – $75,000$23,629
$75,001 – $110,000$24,487
Over $110,000$22,593
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate42%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
5,633
Total Undergrads
59% F / 41% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 53%
Hispanic 11%
Black 21%
Asian 2%
Two or more 6%
International 3%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($12,268/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $25,567/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
  • Β·Graduation rate of 42% is below the national average β€” research completion support services
Who Is This College Best For?

This institution serves a broad range of students. Contact the admissions office to learn more about the student community and campus culture.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationColumbia, Missouri
SettingCity: Midsize
Size5,000–9,999
Affordability Spotlight
$25,567
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#56
in Missouri out of 7+ colleges
#2669
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.