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Orange Beach, Alabama
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Find Out the Total Columbia Southern University Costs

How much does it cost to go to Columbia Southern University?

On this page you'll get a better understanding of what college costs you'll actually have to pay out of pocket, which can vary widely based on where you live and your income level.

On this Page You'll Find:

  • Average Net Price for All
  • Average for Freshmen
  • Price Based on Income
  • Net Price Trend
  • How Does it Compare?

Why is Net Price Important?

Few students will pay the full advertised sticker price of Columbia Southern University. The Net Price is an estimate of how much the average student actually pays to attend college for one year.

To calculate this number we take the total cost of attendance of Columbia Southern University including tuition, fees, room, board and other expenses. Then we subtract out the average amount of aid awarded per student.

Undergraduate Net Price Unknown

We wanted to talk about the net price for all undergraduates (not just freshmen), but that information was not available for Columbia Southern University.

Average Net Price for First Year Students

Grant and scholarship aid was given to 92% of freshman students.

The average amount awarded was $3,552.

When subtracted from the total cost to attend Columbia Southern University and live off campus, the average annual net price for freshmen receiving aid was $13,731.

The following table explores the likelihood that you too will receive some common price-reducing aid, based on percentages.

Net Price by Aid GroupOn CampusOff CampusAt Home
191 Total Freshmen
15 (8%) did not receive any grants or scholarships. N/A$17,283$10,439
176 (92%) split a total of $625,152 for an average of $3,552 each N/A$13,731$6,887

The above refers to grants and scholarships from the college and/or the state, federal or local governments. Other sources of grant aid such as private scholarships are not included.

Actual Price Varies Based on Income

Family income can have a large impact on the amount of aid you receive, and thus, your net price.

The table below shows the average net price freshmen paid based on income level. Note that if the school offers in-state tuition, the lower in-state tuition has been used in the calculation.

Net Price by Family Income LevelNet Price
0-30k$10,074
30k-48k$10,035
48k-75k$10,355
75k-110k$11,627
110k +$13,598

The above table only includes the calculated net price for students that received some form of Title IV aid.

What is Title IV?

Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 establishes general rules that apply to the student financial assistance programs covering grants and loans.

How Fast Are College Costs Rising?

Over a period of five years, the average net price paid by all freshmen at Columbia Southern University has increased by an average of 3.9% per year.

Net Price Trends at Columbia Southern University

Is Net Price at Columbia Southern University Below Average?

An overall average net price of $13,731 puts Columbia Southern University below the national average of $19,790.

Financial Aid Packages Vary From Year to Year

Many schools offer more aid to first year students (freshmen) than they do to other undergraduates. Is that the case with this school?

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