by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is what part-time students pay per credit hour at Columbia Southern University, along with the full annual tuition and fee breakdown.
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Students enrolled part-time at Columbia Southern University pay $270 for each credit hour.
| Cost Per Credit Hour | |
|---|---|
| Part-Time Undergraduate | $270 |
Keep in mind that the per-credit-hour rate is the sticker price and does not factor in any aid or scholarships students may be eligible for.
For the full picture, the annual tuition and fees for full-time undergraduates at Columbia Southern University appear below.
Of that annual total, required fees amounted to $280; the remainder is straight tuition.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,480 |
| Fees | $280 |
| Total | $6,760 |
These figures are tuition and fees only — they do not include room and board costs.
This is how tuition at Columbia Southern University has changed over recent reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $5,640 |
| Two Years Ago | $5,880 |
| One Year Ago | $5,528 |
| Most Recent Year | $6,480 |
Over the most recent year, tuition rose 17.2%. If that pace held for another year, tuition + fees would land around $7,924 for the upcoming year.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
When planning, assume the rate will rise each year so future years stay within reach.
The per-credit-hour price is only the beginning of the cost story — financial aid can change the actual price a part-time student pays substantially.
For a breakdown of aid offered at Columbia Southern University, head to the Columbia Southern University Financial Aid page.
If you’re weighing full-time enrollment, see the Columbia Southern University Tuition & Fees page.