Columbia College understands that the choice of a private college is a major decision and investment for most families.

   Did you know that
             if your SAT is 1180, you automatically
         receive a scholarship worth $10,000
                                                                    per year?

Find out more about our guaranteed scholarships!

We are dedicated to helping students and their families make attendance at Columbia College a reality, regardless of their financial situation.The average annual financial aid package for 2007-2008 first-time entering freshmen is $21,641, not including parent loans, private loans,and student work.

$21,200.00	tuition**
+$450	required fees
+$6,232.00	room & board*
-$21,641.00	average award package (2007-08)
$6,241.00	to be covered by student and/or family through parent loans, private loans, interest free monthly payment plan, or other means.

The Office of Financial Aid works closely with each student and her family to package scholarships, grants, loans and student work awards to make Columbia College affordable.

*The figure provided for room and board is an average cost. Columbia College offers students a number of housing plans at varying cost.

**Admission requirements, degree programs or tuition are subject to change.