Columbia College
A good fit for families who need the lowest possible cost and students who want small classes and close faculty access. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. a private for-profit school with 239 students.
About This School
Columbia College is a private for-profit institution located in Vienna, Virginia with approximately 239 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $9,921 per year.
Columbia College may refer to one of several institutions of higher education in North America:
Worth considering if you're looking for an affordable entry point into higher education — at just $9,921/year average net price and a median graduation debt of only $6,035, the financial risk here is genuinely low compared to most schools. That said, with only 239 undergraduates and a for-profit structure, you'll want to carefully research job placement outcomes and whether credits transfer or employers recognize the degree. Do your homework before enrolling — the low cost is real, but so are the questions around long-term value.
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