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: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Engineering Technician, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate

Medical Careers Institute
Columbia, South Carolina

Medical Careers Institute specialized in career training for a variety of medical careers. The school offers programs at more than a dozen campuses in Virginia and the Carolinas.

• Programs: Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma

South University Campus
Columbia, South Carolina

• Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Law, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Master

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: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Law, Liberal Arts, Media, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Security And Law Enforcement
• Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma, 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: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Medical Administration, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
• Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Master

Allen University
1530 Harden Street
Columbia, South Carolina 29204

• Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: business management, social services, religion, English, biology, mathematics, chemistry, education.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 651 students, 644 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 373 student capacity.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Member of a national athletic association.

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

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: family studies, business management, biology, mass communication, criminal justice and administration, social work, accounting, recreational therapy.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 2,641 students, 2,608 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 2,068 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
7500 Two Notch Road
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: 387 students, 387 full-time equivalent.
• Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Harley's Beauty and Barber Career Institute
1527 Lyon St
Columbia, South Carolina 29204

• Programs: barber.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 9 students, 8 full-time equivalent.

Southeastern School of Neuromuscular Massage-Columbia
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: 102 students, 97 full-time equivalent.
• Notable: Remedial services.

W L Bonner College
4430 Argent Ct
Columbia, South Carolina 29203

• Programs: bible studies, pastoral counseling, missionary studies, religious education, theological and ministerial studies, youth ministry, theology and religious vocations.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's.
• Student Body: 85 students, 50 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 100 student capacity.
• Flexibility: Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

Columbia College
1301 Columbia College Dr
Columbia, South Carolina 29203

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: education courses, business management, communication studies, human development and family studies, psychology, elementary school teaching, community psychology, social work.
• Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
• Student Body: 1,510 students, 1,306 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 610 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 450-540. Math: 430-530. Writing: 430-540.
• 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, ministry, theology, general studies, teacher ed, psychology, counseling psychology, religious education.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 911 students, 757 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 480 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 480-610. Math: 440-590.
• 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
7474 Garners Ferry Road
Columbia, South Carolina 29209

• Programs: cosmetology.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 75 students, 75 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Notable: Placement assistance.

Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology and Nails
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: 141 students, 141 full-time equivalent.
• SAT: not generally required.
• Notable: Placement assistance.

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: 153 students, 132 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 77 student capacity.
• Notable: Study abroad option.

University of South Carolina-Columbia
Columbia, South Carolina 29208

• Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, social work, law, experimental psychology, biology, marketing, finance, library science.
• Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
• Student Body: 27,272 students, 23,955 full-time equivalent.
• Dorms: 6,211 student capacity.
• SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 520-620. Math: 540-640.
• Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
• Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.