Columbia College

Columbia College is a mid-size private non-profit master's university (large program) located in Columbia, Missouri, with an undergraduate enrollment of 4,950. The institution offers master's-level programs across multiple professional and academic fields alongside its undergraduate curriculum, serving students seeking advanced credentials in applied disciplines. As an independently governed, non-profit institution relying on tuition, endowment returns, and philanthropic support, it operates within the broader Missouri postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. The institution maintains an open-admissions policy for most of its programs, making it accessible to a broad range of prospective students. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $21,550 per year. The 4-year graduation rate is 44%, near the national average. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $45,378. Median debt at graduation for federal aid recipients is $23,879. The student-to-faculty ratio is 20:1. Prospective students are encouraged to review net price calculators and complete the FAFSA early, as institutional aid availability varies significantly by family income level.