Compare the Columbia International University Value of an Education

Is Columbia International University Priced Well for its Value?

Check out Columbia International University's educational value before you overpay!

Within South Carolina, Columbia International University is Considered a High Quality College at a Good Price.

Columbia International University's overall average net price combined with a high quality education, results in a good value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in South Carolina. This lands Columbia International University in the #12 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in South Carolina.

Nationally, Not Often You See Such a Great Education for Such a Bargain

Columbia International University's educational quality places it squarely in the middle of our nationwide Best Colleges ranking. However, the school's overall net price is low when compared to other colleges and universities that deliver comparable educational quality. This has earned CIU a ranking of #170 on the Best Colleges for the Money list, placing it in the top 20% of college values across the country.

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

Underpriced	Best	$70,240 - Faith Baptist Bible College and Theological Seminary $73,740 - College of Saint Mary $96,912 - Columbia International University $109,512 - LaGrange College
	Good	$112,850 - Emory and Henry College
Average	Fair	$126,980 - Trinity International University - Illinois
	Low	$134,960 - Minnesota State University - Moorhead $135,336 - Carlow University $141,550 - Oklahoma Wesleyan University
Overpriced	Poor	$158,979 - Holy Names University $164,931 - Saint Joseph's College of Maine

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The Total Cost for Your Degree Will Be About $96,912

On average, a bachelor's degree at Columbia International University will cost you about $96,912. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $23,331 per year and an average of 4.2 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$23,331
Average Years to Graduate	4.2
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$96,912

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 International University. 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	$144,095	434	B+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$96,912	241	A
Only Students Receiving Aid	$93,361	298	A-

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$144,095	20	B-
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$96,912	19	B-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$93,361	22	C+

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

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.

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Compare the Columbia International University Value of an Education

Is Columbia International University Priced Well for its Value?

Within South Carolina, Columbia International University is Considered a High Quality College at a Good Price.

Nationally, Not Often You See Such a Great Education for Such a Bargain

The Total Cost for Your Degree Will Be About $96,912

Value Varies Depending on Financial Circumstance

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