Compare the Columbia College Missouri Value of an Education

Is Columbia College Missouri Worth the Price?

Check out Columbia College Missouri's educational value before you overpay!

Within Missouri, Columbia College Missouri is Considered a Poor Quality College at an Average Price.

Columbia College Missouri's overall average net price combined with a poor quality education, results in an average value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in Missouri. This lands Columbia College Missouri in the #21 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in Missouri.

Nationally, Low Quality School, but Priced Fairly

Columbia College Missouri's educational quality places it in the bottom tier of our nationwide Best Colleges ranking. The school's net price reflects the overall quality, earning it an average ranking of #647 on the Best Colleges for the Money list. While you won't be paying less to attend Columbia College Missouri than you would to attend comparably rated colleges and universities, you won't be overpaying either, making this a fairly priced option.

The following graphic shows how the cost of obtaining a degree at Columbia College Missouri compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.

Underpriced	Best
	Good
Average	Fair	$72,659 - Columbia College Missouri $73,019 - Concord University $76,958 - Eastern New Mexico University - Main Campus $86,103 - University of Arkansas - Fort Smith
	Low	$91,175 - Southwestern Oklahoma State University $105,583 - Lindsey Wilson College $106,947 - Clayton State University
Overpriced	Poor	$108,582 - Brescia University $131,942 - Indiana University - Purdue University - Fort Wayne

Apply for Scholarships

The Total Cost for Your Degree Will Be $72,659

On average, a bachelor's degree at Columbia College Missouri will cost you about $72,659. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $16,446 per year and an average of 4.4 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$16,446
Average Years to Graduate	4.4
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$72,659

Many Factors Affect Net Price.

How does the location of this school affect cost? You can save money by going to a school in-state, living at home or living off-campus with a roommate. Please see the net price page for additional factors, such as your family's income, that can influence the price you will pay for college.

Value Varies Depending on Financial Circumstance

The overall price of a college may vary greatly depending on your individual circumstances, thus affecting its value. Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into 'averages'. To get a sense of how value for your educational dollar might vary based on individual circumstances, look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Columbia College Missouri. Now compare this value metric for each college you are interested in.

Nationwide Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$84,510	35	B-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$72,659	95	C
Only Students Receiving Aid	$64,758	89	C

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$84,510	4	C+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$72,659	11	C-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$64,758	11	C-

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Missouri.

What is Value?

We calculate value by calculating average total cost (net price multiplied by time to graduation) and then compare that number to other schools of similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full methodology article for more.

‹ Back to G.I. Bill

Continue to Outcomes ›