College Report Card: Columbia International University
Columbia International University Contact Information:
School Name:
Columbia International University
Street Address:
7435 Monticello Rd
City, State & Zip:
Columbia, SC 29203-151
Location On Map:
General Phone #:
8037544100
Financial Aid Phone #:
80375441003036
Admissions Phone #:
8037544100
Website:
Columbia International University General Characteristics:
Type of Institution:
Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above
General Types Of
Programs Offered:
Programs Offered:
Academic - Instructional program leading toward an associate's, bachelor's, master's, doctor's, or first-professional degree or resulting in credits that can be applied to one of these degrees.
Continuing Professional - Programs and courses designed specifically for individuals who have completed a professional degree (such as law, medicine, dentistry, or social work) to obtain additional training in their particular field of study.
School Classification:
Theological seminaries and other specialized faith-related institutions
(Primarily offers religious instruction or train members of the clergy. )
(Primarily offers religious instruction or train members of the clergy. )
School Calendar System:
Semester - Consists of two semesters during the academic year with about 16 weeks for each semester of instruction. There may be an additional summer session.
Highest Level Of Offering:
Doctor's degree
Offers Undergraduate Degrees Or Certificates:
Yes
Offers Graduate Degrees:
Yes
Offers First-Proffesional Programs:
Yes
Credit Accpeted For 'Life Experiences':
No
Advanced placement (AP) Credits Accepted:
Yes
'Dual Credit' Accepted:
Yes
Federal Financial Aid Available:
Eligible students may receive federal financial aid:
Federal Pell Grant Program -
(More Info?)
A grant program for undergraduate students with financial need. (Close)
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) Program -
(More Info?)
A Campus-Based Program that provides grant assistance to needy undergraduate students. Priority in awarding Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) funds is given to students who have exceptional financial need and are Federal Pell grant recipients. (Close)
Federal Work-Study (FWS) Program -
(More Info?)
A campus-based, federally funded employment program that provides paid jobs for students with financial need. (Close)
Federal Perkins Loan Program -
(More Info?)
This campus-based loan program provides low-interest student loans to students with financial need. (Close)
Federal Direct Loan Program -
(More Info?)
A federal program in which the U.S. government (not a commercial lender) provides four types of education loans to student and parent borrowers directly through schools:
These loans are referred to collectively as Direct Loans. The same types of loans are available through the Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program, but in that program, commercial lenders provide the funds to eligible students. (Close)
- Federal Direct Stafford Loan (subsidized, for students)
- Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan (for students)
- Federal Direct PLUS Loan (for parents)
- Federal Direct Consolidation Loan (for students and parents)
These loans are referred to collectively as Direct Loans. The same types of loans are available through the Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program, but in that program, commercial lenders provide the funds to eligible students. (Close)
Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program -
(More Info?)
A federal loan program under which commercial lenders provide education loans to student and parent borrowers. The program offers four types of loans: Federal Direct Stafford Loan (subsidized, for students), Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan (for students), Federal Direct PLUS Loan (for parents), Federal Direct Consolidation Loan (for students and parents). All of these are long-term loans insured by state or private nonprofit guaranty agencies that are reimbursed by the federal government for all or part of any insurance claims paid to lenders. This guarantee replaces the collateral or security usually required with long-term consumer loans. (The same types of loans are available through the Federal Direct Loan Program, but in that program, the U.S government provides the funds directly through schools.) (Close)
Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (LEAP) Program -
(More Info?)
A Title IV gift-aid program jointly funded by the federal government and participating states. It provides state scholarship or grant assistance to students who show financial need. Formerly called the State Student Incentive Grant (SSIG) Program. (Close)
Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program -
(More Info?)
A Title IV financial aid program that makes scholarships available to full-time postsecondary students with exceptional ability and promise. Students apply for the merit-based scholarships through their state education agencies. (Close)
Other General Characteristics:
Geographic Region:
Southeast
Degree Of Urbanization: Mid-size city
Institution Has Own Library
Institution Executive: GEORGE W. MURRAY, PRESIDENT
Degree Of Urbanization: Mid-size city
Institution Has Own Library
Institution Executive: GEORGE W. MURRAY, PRESIDENT
Columbia International University Mission Statement:
Columbia International University serves Christ and His church by inspiring, developing, and equipping people
for lifelong pursuit of God and servant leadership in His global cause.
Columbia International University
Degrees & Certificates Offered -
By Level:
One but less than two years certificate Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Postbaccalaureate certificate Master's degree Doctor's degree First-professional degreeColumbia International University
Degrees & Certificates Offered -
By Award / Degree:
The following represents degrees that were awarded by Columbia International University between July 1, 2003 and June 30, 2004. Please note that the school may no longer offer any single degree program listed here and / or may offer additional new programs not shown below. Please verify with Columbia International University that the program you are looking for is still available.
Columbia International University Special Learning Oppertunities:
Distance learning opportunities
Dual enrollment
Study abroad
Teacher certification:
Below the postsecondary level
Below the postsecondary level
Teacher certification:
Students can complete their preparation in certain areas of specialization.
Students can complete their preparation in certain areas of specialization.
Teacher certifcation:
Approved by the state for initial certifcation or licensure of teachers.
Approved by the state for initial certifcation or licensure of teachers.
Columbia International University Student Services Offered:
Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
Columbia International University Estimated Student Expenses:
Undergraduate Tution, Fees, Other Charges:
In-District:
Tuition: $12400
Required Fees: $420
Per Credit Hour Charge: $517
Required Fees: $420
Per Credit Hour Charge: $517
In-State:
Tuition: $12400
Required Fees: $420
Per Credit Hour Charge: $517
Required Fees: $420
Per Credit Hour Charge: $517
Out-Of-State:
Tuition: $12400
Required Fees: $420
Per Credit Hour Charge: $517
Required Fees: $420
Per Credit Hour Charge: $517
Graduate Program Tution, Fees, Other Charges:
In-District:
Tuition: $7875
Required Fees: $420
Per Credit Hour Charge: $375
Required Fees: $420
Per Credit Hour Charge: $375
In-State:
Tuition: $7875
Required Fees: $420
Per Credit Hour Charge: $375
Required Fees: $420
Per Credit Hour Charge: $375
Out-Of-State:
Tuition: $7875
Required Fees: $420
Per Credit Hour Charge: $375
Required Fees: $420
Per Credit Hour Charge: $375
Other General Charges - 2004-05:
Books & Supplies:
$700
On Campus - Room and Board:
$5380
On Campus - Other Expenses:
$2500
Off Campus (Not With Family) - Room and Board:
$5000
Off Campus (Not With Family) - Other Expenses:
$5000
Off Campus (Living With Family) - Other Expenses:
$5000
Specialty Program Charges & Fees:
Theology:
In-State Tuition: $7875
In-State Required Fees: $420
Out-Of-State Tuition: $7875
Out-Of-State Required Fees: $420
In-State Required Fees: $420
Out-Of-State Tuition: $7875
Out-Of-State Required Fees: $420
Columbia International University Undergraduate Financial Aid Details - Fall 2004:
Total Number Of Undergraduates, All Years:
622
Number Of Undergraduates:
107 (17% of all undergrads)
Number Of Undergraduates Receiving Any Financial Aid:
67 (63%)
Number Of Undergraduates Receiving Federal Grant Aid:
30 (28%)
Average Amount: $3228
Number Of Undergraduates Receiving State Or Local Grant Aid:
17 (16%)
Average Amount: $5039
Number Of Undergraduates Receiving Institutional Grant Aid:
48 (45%)
Average Amount: $2964
Number Of Undergraduates Receiving Loan Aid:
62 (58%)
Average Amount: $3028
Average Amount: $3028
Columbia International University Admissions Details:
Has Application Fee?
Yes:
Undergraduate Application Fee: $35
Graduate Application Fee: $35
First-Professional Application Fee: $35
Undergraduate Application Fee: $35
Graduate Application Fee: $35
First-Professional Application Fee: $35
Admissions Considerations:
Secondary School GPA:
Required
Secondary School Rank:
Recommended
Secondary School
Record:
Record:
Required
Completion Of College
Prepatory Program:
Prepatory Program:
Recommended
Recommendations:
Required
Formal Demonstration
of Competencies:
of Competencies:
Neither required nor recommended
Admission test scores
(ACT / SAT):
(ACT / SAT):
Required
TOEFL (Test of English
as a Foreign Language):
as a Foreign Language):
Required
Fall 2004 Undergraduate Admissions Details:
Number Of Applicants:Men: 121
Women: 139
Total: 260
Women: 139
Total: 260
Number Admitted:Men: 77
Women: 110
Total: 187
Women: 110
Total: 187
Number Who Enrolled Full Time:
Men: 36
Women: 54
Total: 90
Women: 54
Total: 90
Number Who Enrolled Part Time:
Men: 1
Women: 0
Total: 1
Women: 0
Total: 1
Fall 2004 Test Score Details:
Number Students Submitting SAT Scores:
67 (74%)
Number Students Submitting ACT Scores:
24 (26%)
SAT Verbal Scores:25th Percentile - 500
75th Percentile - 620
75th Percentile - 620
SAT Math Scores:25th Percentile - 470
75th Percentile - 600
75th Percentile - 600
ACT Composite Scores:25th Percentile - 19
75th Percentile - 26
75th Percentile - 26
ACT Verbal Scores25th Percentile - 20
75th Percentile - 29
75th Percentile - 29
ACT Math Scores25th Percentile - 18
75th Percentile - 25
75th Percentile - 25
Columbia International University Enrollment Information:
Students:
1016
Undergraduate Students:
594
Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
575
First Time Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
91
Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking, Other Degree / Certificate, Students:
484
Undergraduate NON-Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
19
Graduate Students:
291
First Professional Students:
131
Full Time Students:
807
Full Time Undergraduate Students:
539
Full Time Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
534
Full Time First Time Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
90
Full Time Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking, Other Degree / Certificate, Students:
444
Full Time Undergraduate NON-Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
5
Full Time Graduate Students:
179
Full Time First Professional Students:
89
Part Time Students:
209
Part Time Undergraduate Students:
55
Part Time Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
41
Part Time First Time Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
1
Part Time Undergraduate Degree / Certificate Seeking, Other Degree / Certificate, Students:
40
Part Time Undergraduate NON-Degree / Certificate Seeking Students:
14
Part Time Graduate Students:
112
Part Time First Professional Students:
42
Columbia International University Accreditation:
Institiution is acreddited by a body recognized by the US Department of Educationand is on the list of National Institutional and Specialized Accrediting Bodies.
Accredited By A Regional Accreditation Agency: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Comm. on Colleges
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