Columbia Colleges

ECPI College of Technology
Columbia, South Carolina

ECPI College of Technology (ECT) has offered many different campuses, as well as online, education for several different programs for almost 40 years.

• Programs: Computer Networking, HVAC Electrical Construction
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate

Strayer University
Columbia, South Carolina

Strayer University (SU) has been providing college education for over 115 years, with many locations across the United States.

• Programs: Accounting, Communication, Computer Networking, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Engineering Design, Family and Consumer, Finance, Graphic Design, History, Hospitality Management, Information Technology, International, Law, Management and Administration, Marketing, Medical and Dental Administration, Multimedia and Web Design, Photography and photo journalism, Public, Visual Arts
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Master

University of Phoenix
Columbia, South Carolina

Founded in 1976, University of Phoenix is dedicated to meeting the needs of working students. Now the largest private university in North America, we offer conveniently located campuses and learning centers as well as a flexible online learning format.

• Programs: Accounting, Administration, e-Business/ e-Commerce, Finance, Information Technology, Management and Administration, Marketing, Teaching
• Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Certificate, Master

Allen University
1530 Harden Street
Columbia, South Carolina 29204

• Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: business management, religion, social services, elementary school teaching, biology, English, music, education.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 624 students, 610 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 344 student capacity.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Member of a national athletic association.

Benedict College
1600 Harden Street
Columbia, South Carolina 29204-1086

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, criminal justice and administration, biology, social work, computer and info science, family studies, recreational therapy, mass communication.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 2,552 students, 2,514 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 2,072 student capacity.
• Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

Beta Tech
6699 Two Notch Rd
Columbia, South Carolina 29223

• Programs: medical assistant, system administration, computer networking, computer support.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 270 students, 270 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Placement assistance.

Southeastern School of Neuromuscular & Massage Therapy
1420 Colonial Life Blvd, Suite 80
Columbia, South Carolina 29210

• Programs: massage therapy.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 64 students, 50 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Remedial services.

Columbia College
1301 Columbia College Dr
Columbia, South Carolina 29203

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: education courses, business management, elementary school teaching, psychology, social service professions, social work, human development and family studies, biology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 1,493 students, 1,321 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 602 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 460-600. Math: 450-580.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Columbia International University
7435 Monticello Rd
Columbia, South Carolina 29203-1513

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: bible studies, theology, religious education, ministry, general studies, psychology, youth ministry, diversity studies.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 1,013 students, 864 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 480 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 480-620. Math: 460-570.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology and Nail Design
449 Saint Andrews Rd
Columbia, South Carolina 29210

• Programs: cosmetology, manicurist.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 92 students, 92 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.

Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary
4201 N Main St
Columbia, South Carolina 29203-5898

• Programs: ministry, theology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Master's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 180 students, 157 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 80 student capacity.
• Flexibility: Distance learning.
• Notable: Career counseling. Study abroad option.

University of South Carolina - Columbia
Columbia, South Carolina 29208

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, marketing, experimental psychology, law, social work, English, biology, accounting.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 27,065 students, 23,422 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 7,061 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 520-620. Math: 530-630.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.