Columbia International University Tuition, Acceptance Rate and Admissions (2026)

Columbia, SC · Private nonprofit · Graduate degree · College Scorecard data · Updated September 10, 2026

In-State Tuition$27,900
Out-of-State Tuition$27,900
Acceptance Rate94%
Average SATNot published

Columbia International University vs. State and National Averages

Columbia International UniversitySC AverageNational Average
In-state tuition$27,900$16,649$18,082
vs. average—+68%+54%

Other colleges in Columbia

CollegeTypeUndergraduatesTuition
Southeastern College-ColumbiaPrivate for-profit267$25,080
Columbia CollegePrivate nonprofit1,343$22,214
ECPI University-ColumbiaPrivate for-profit—$18,484
South University-ColumbiaPrivate for-profit450$18,145
Benedict CollegePrivate nonprofit1,536$17,440

Tuition shown is in-state tuition for schools that report one, otherwise the published tuition for the school's largest program. Source: College Scorecard.

Outcomes and student profile at Columbia International University

Median earnings 10 years after enrolling$38,951
Graduation rate (within 150% of normal time)47%
Median debt among graduates who borrowed$20,000
Undergraduates receiving Pell grants34%
Undergraduates aged 25 and over16%
First-generation students24%

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Earnings and debt figures cover students who received federal financial aid.

FAQ

What is the tuition at Columbia International University?

In-state tuition at Columbia International University is $27,900 and out-of-state tuition is $27,900, according to College Scorecard data.

What is the acceptance rate at Columbia International University?

The acceptance rate at Columbia International University is 94%.

How hard is it to get into Columbia International University?

With an acceptance rate of 94%, Columbia International University is moderately selective among U.S. colleges.

What SAT score do you need for Columbia International University?

College Scorecard does not publish an average SAT score for Columbia International University. Schools without a published figure are usually test-optional, open-admission, or they do not report test scores to the federal survey.

How big is Columbia International University?

Columbia International University enrolls about 716 undergraduate students. The student-faculty ratio is 13:1.

Is Columbia International University expensive?

In-state tuition at Columbia International University is $27,900, which is 68% above the SC average of $16,649.

How much do graduates of Columbia International University earn?

Median earnings ten years after enrolling at Columbia International University are $38,951 a year, according to College Scorecard.

How much debt do students at Columbia International University take on?

The median debt among Columbia International University graduates who borrowed is $20,000, according to College Scorecard.