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Columbia International is found in Columbia, South Carolina. Columbia is a large suburb. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Doctoral degree at Columbia International.
The school has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. Columbia International is known for its programs in religion and philosophy.
Admission to the school is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 480. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 460 and 570. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
Students numbered 1,013 in 2005 at Columbia International.
The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Columbia International offers students meal plans.
More complete details are provided below.
Columbia International University
7435 Monticello Rd
Columbia, SC 29203-1513
General Phone: (803) 754-4100
Admissions Phone: (803) 754-4100
http://www.ciu.edu
Columbia International awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 248 | bible studies, theology, ministry, religious education, pastoral counseling, theological and ministerial studies, missionary studies, pastoral counseling and ministries, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 20 | ESL instruction, educational administration, curriculum and instruction, elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, early childhood education, teacher ed |
| Therapy And Counseling | 11 | counseling psychology, psychology |
| Liberal Arts | 0 | classical studies, Biblical languages, diversity studies, general studies, Arabic languages, interdisciplinary studies, humanities, Near/Middle east studies |
| Media | 0 | communication studies |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 0 | computer networking |
Number of programs and degrees for Columbia International in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 125 | 20 |
| Master's degree | 95 | 13 |
| First-professional degree | 23 | 1 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 20 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 6 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 5 | 1 |
| Doctor's degree | 5 | 2 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 0 | 1 |
In 2005, Columbia International had a total enrollment of 1,013 students (864 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 35% |
| Women | 65% |
| Full-Time | 97% |
| Part-Time | 3% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 48% |
| Graduate | 42% |
| First Professional | 10% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 82% |
| Black | 4% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Other Races | 5% |
| (Foreign Students) | 5% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 16% |
| 20-21 | 21% |
| 22-24 | 21% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 7% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| South Carolina | 36% |
| North Carolina | 15% |
| Pennsylvania | 8% |
| Florida | 7% |
| Georgia | 4% |
| Virginia | 4% |
| New Hampshire | 3% |
| Foreign countries | 2% |
| Wisconsin | 2% |
| New York | 2% |
| Connecticut | 2% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| Mississippi | 1% |
| State unknown | 1% |
| Kansas | 1% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Tennessee | 1% |
| West Virginia | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 72 % |
Columbia International offers campus housing for 480 of its 864 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Columbia, South Carolina for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other South Carolina Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 233 | 187 | 80% | 94 | 50% |
| Men | 100 | 73 | 73% | 33 | 45% |
| Women | 133 | 114 | 86% | 61 | 54% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 480 | 620 |
| SAT Math | 460 | 570 |
| ACT Verbal | 20 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 26 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 79% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 28% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (803) 754-4100
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 13,651 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,651 |
| Room and board | $ 5,542 |
| Books and supplies | $ 700 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,500 |
Financial Aid:
Columbia International participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 342900)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 41 | 7 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 21 | $48,511 | 4 | $46,964 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 18 | $40,651 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 41 | $44,458 | 7 | $43,160 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
Teaching English as Second/Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
LIBERAL ARTS
Ancient Near Eastern/Biblical Languages, Lit & Linguistics
Arabic Language and Literature
Classical/Ancient Mediterranean/Near Eastern Studies & Archaeology
General Studies
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Near and Middle Eastern Studies
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Bible/Biblical Studies
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Religious Education
Religious/Sacred Music
Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other
Theology/Theological Studies
Youth Ministry
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Columbia International Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 7% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % students 40 years or older (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan
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