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Columbia College

Work 1301 Columbia College Drive Columbia, SC 29203
Work(800) 277-1301
Web site: http://www.columbiacollegesc.edu
  • 47Rank
  • 46Score
Tier 1
College Category:
Universities-Master's (South)

Overview : Columbia College

General Information  
Institutional Control: Private
Year founded: 1854
Religious affiliation: United Methodist
Academic calendar: semester
Total number of undergraduates: 1,238
Setting urban
Endowment: $24,748,514
Fall Admissions  
Application deadline: 8/1
Application fee: $25
Fall 2007 Acceptance rate: 77.5 %
Selectivity: selective
Expenses  
Costs: 2007-2008 Tuition and Fees: $21,650
Mission  
School mission Columbia College is a private, liberal arts, women's college and a national leader in the field of leadership development for women. Among its most notable features are a nationally recognized honors program; an emphasis on character development, social justice, and engaged learning; a diverse campus community; and custom-designed opportunities for internships, practica, and travel-study experiences. Founded in 1854, the College is affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Located in Columbia, South Carolina, the College has a legacy of developing women leaders with the courage, commitment, confidence, and competence to build a better world. In addition to the Women's College, coeducational Evening and Graduate programs are also offered. Located in Columbia, South Carolina, the campus is within minutes of a wide variety of cultural and recreational activities in the capital city.Residents enjoy the moderate climate year-round, a vibrant metropolitan area, college and university sports, parks, rivers, Lake Murray, museums, a nationally renowned zoo, and performing arts.

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