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Columbia International University
Columbia,
SC
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate48%
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About Columbia International University
Columbia International University is a private, religious university in the suburb of Columbia, South Carolina. Columbia International University was founded in 1923. The university enrolls around 2,481 students a year, including 1,001 undergraduates.
Columbia International University Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into Columbia International University. The acceptance rate at Columbia International University is 48%. In 2022, 244 out of 506 total applicants were accepted.
| Columbia International University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 48% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 42% |
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Columbia International University is located in the town of Columbia, South Carolina, in the suburbs of Columbia.
If you would like to see Columbia International University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 20 to Columbia, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Columbia Metropolitan.
You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Columbia International University and Columbia are like without leaving home.
College Info
Columbia International University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Aug 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Columbia International University is Aug 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Columbia International University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Columbia International University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
990 - 1195
Math SAT Range
490 - 575
Reading SAT Range
500 - 620
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1195 and Above
Good
990 to 1195
Avg
990 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Columbia International University students is 1035. Applicants with SAT scores of 1195 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Columbia International University, while applicants with SAT scores between 990 to 1195 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 990 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Columbia International University.
Columbia International University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$39,850
In State$39,850
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$26,700
$26,700
Fees
$1,200
$1,200
Housing
$11,950
$11,950
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Columbia International University is like? There are approximately 2,481 students enrolled at Columbia International University, including 1,001 undergraduate students and 1,480 graduate students. 56% percent of students attend school full-time, 44% percent are from SC and 56% percent of students are from other states.
56%
Full Time44%
Part Time44%
In State56%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
2,481
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
48%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Aug 1
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