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READY FOR SUCCESS Career, Community, & Life. We prepare you for fulfilling work and a meaningful life. Embrace your time here, and you’ll carry the lessons with you always.
Do What Matters EXPLORE EVERYTHING
Ask questions, discover passions,
We have a rich 166-year tradition of empowering students at our women’s college.
Today, we offer a personalized liberal arts education for both men and women.
and learn relentlessly.
In the same way we push students to ask questions and explore new
PURPOSE-DRIVEN EDUCATION ideas, we promise to do the same. While we have a distinguished
True to our Methodist roots, we care about matters of social justice, diversity, and liberal arts tradition, we also work to infuse creativity into our
inclusiveness. These values have underpinned the way we care, direct, and teach our learning experiences. We encourage you to stay curious and keep
students for over a century. Our founding motto in 1854 was “non quem sed quid,” not learning while you’re here and long after you graduate.
who but what.
In other words, it’s not about who’s who.
Your intellect, integrity, and faith matter
What sets the school apart is that it
most, and we’re committed to cultivating
doesn’t matter what background you
those qualities in you. We empower you My experience from freshmen to
come from or what you hold dear,
to share your talents and give back to senior year has been one of freedom to
you’re always encouraged to use your
others. And we support you along the way. explore life and new points of interest
unique differences and talents to make
in my major of Behavioral Science as
a difference, not only in the community
well those outside of it such as music,
MEET CHALLENGES and at school, but out in the world.
philosophy, and biology.
WITH CONFIDENCE
Growing you as a leader is at the heart of —Erica Cooper, Class of 2017
—Ashley Patterson, Class of 2020
what we do. We have a range of leadership
programs—from a dedicated minor in
leadership to specialized courses, training,
and experiential learning. You have unique gifts to offer the world. We help you explore
those talents and give you the tools to build courage, commitment, confidence, and
competence.
I have always felt my professors’ sincerity in wanting me to
succeed not only as an academic, but as a successful and
independent woman in society.
—Maryam Azeem, Class of 2020
U N D E R G R A D U AT E D E G R E E S
Tailored to You
Accounting, B.S. Early Childhood Education, B.A. certifying to teach
Behavioral Science, B.A. Educational Studies, B.A.
Biology, B.A or B.S. Elementary Education, B.A. certifying to teach
Business Administration, B.A. English, B.A.
Concentrations: Hospitality, Tourism, and Event Management
English, B.A. certifying to teach With an 11 to 1 student teacher ratio, we take pride in the
or Marketing or Sports Management
Business Administration, B.S Exercise Science, B.S. individualized care we provide each student. Our professors
Concentrations: Business Administration; Business Analytics
Forensic Psychology, B.S. will know you and your interests. Want to attend a conference?
Chemistry, B.A. or B.S. Interested in a research project? Have your eyes set on an
Human Development and Family Studies, B.A.
Concentrations for B.S.: Biochemistry or Chemistry
Communication, B.A.
Individualized Studies, B.A. or B.S. internship? They’ll help you pave the road to get there.
Concentrations: Professional Communication, Interdisciplinary Studies, B.A. or B.S.
Digital Media, Public Relations
Middle Level Education, B.A. certifying to teach
Community and Organizational Leadership, B.A. Concentrations: English/Language, Mathematics, Sciences, Social Studies
No other college can compare to the amount of compassion
Community and Public Health, B.A. Mathematics, B.A. or B.S.
Concentrations: Healthcare Management or and genuine care the professors have for their students.
Community Health and Education Music, B.A.
Community and Public Health, B.S. Nursing
Concentrations: Public Health or Pre-Nursing
—Kristin Wilson, Class of 2017
Political Science, B.A.
Computer and Information Science, B.A.
Psychology, B.A.
Computer and Information Science, B.S.
Concentrations: Computer Science or Cyber Security Psychology, B.S.
Criminal Justice, B.A. Social Work, B.A.
Concentrations: General or Forensic
Special Education, B.A. certifying to teach The Columbia College biology program is special because
Dance, B.A. Speech Language Pathology, B.A. all of the professors genuinely care about their students.
Dance Education, B.A. certifying to teach
Studio Art, B.A. The professors push their students to be critical thinkers,
ONLINE DEGREES independent learners, and collaborative teammates.
Business Administration, B.A. Forensic Psychology, B.S. —Scarlett Leigh, Class of 2019
Business Administration, B.S. Healthcare Studies, B.A. or B.S.
Concentrations: Business Administration; Business Analytics
Health Science, B.S.
Community and Organizational Leadership, B.A.
Human Services: Counseling, B.A.
Computer and Information Science, B.S.
Concentrations: Computer Science or Cyber Security Interdisciplinary Studies, B.A. or B.S.
Criminal Justice, B.A. RN to BSN
Concentrations: General or Forensic My professors supported me from the moment
Psychology, B.A.
Disaster & Emergency Management, B.A. I started at Columbia College. They were
Speech Language Pathology, B.A.
Disaster & Emergency Management, B.S. always there as helping hands, encouragers,
Concentration: Fire Science
and motivators. They’ve provided me with
more than an education, they’ve given me a
G R A D U AT E D E G R E E S community of teachers to lean on for guidance
Athletic Coaching M.A. Family Nurse Practitioner, M.S. (Coming Fall 2021) and support as I begin working in special
Biology for Science Educators, M.Bio. Healthcare Administration, M.A. education.
Business Administration, M.B.A. Higher Education Administration, M.Ed.
Criminal Justice, M.A. Organizational Leadership, M.A. —Maddie Hogdin, Class of 2020
Divergent Learning, M.Ed. Trauma Informed Education, M.Ed.
Educational Administration and Leadership, M.Ed.
Start Ready LASTING LESSONS
We provide you with a liberal arts education, which More than a third of our students participate in
gives you lasting lessons to learn quickly, teach athletics, and they collectively hold a 3.35 GPA.
yourself, and share insights with others. These habits, Whether it’s on the field, in the classroom, or at an
skills, and knowledge prepare you to achieve the internship, you’ll find unique opportunities to prepare
quality of performance that employers value. Graduate for success in your career, community, and life.
with more than a major, graduate ready for success
throughout your career and life.
Gain Immersive Experiences
We have close relationships with top employers and work to bring you emerging
skills like emotional learning, change management, financial literacy, and more.
Our professors will teach you in ways that challenge you to adapt, think on your
feet, and express yourself fearlessly.
RECENT INTERNSHIPS
CORA Rehabilitation Clinic, Camden, SC
Federal Bureau of Investigation, Columbia, SC WOMEN’S TEAMS
Basketball Softball
Floating Hospital for Children/Tufts Medical Center, Boston, MA
Cross Country Swimming
Girl Scouts of San Diego, San Diego, CA Golf Tennis
Lacrosse Track & Field
Greenwood SC Chamber of Commerce Women’s Leadership Council, Greenwood, SC Soccer Volleyball
J. Marrion Sims Foundation, Lancaster, SC
MEN’S TEAMS
Kayi & Wilkes Attorneys at Law, Washington, DC Cross Country Soccer
Golf Track & Field
Kershaw Mineral Lab, Kershaw, SC
Midway Elementary School, Lexington, SC
The Southern Institute of Etiquette and Protocol, Augusta, GA
The athletics program has invested their energy, time, and support in me and made me more
Special Olympics South Carolina, Irmo, SC
confident in myself and my abilities both on and off the field.
Walt Disney World Corporation, Orlando, FL
—Charlotte Daniels, Class of 2020
Education Legacy
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YEARS OF TRADITION
Serve Others
Find a just cause and fight for what you believe in.
TRAINING TEACHERS Represent the values of the Columbia College
community in everything you do.
L E S S T H A N
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I love the sense of community that we have here. It is literally a big
STUDENT caring family. Everyone works together for the good of all and the good
TO TO FACULTY
RATIO of the College as a whole. Not only that, but we work together as a
P E R Y E A R
average out of pocket cost
team to serve the broader community outside the College.
—Tyler Brown, Professor of Mathematics
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THIRTY
UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS TO PURSUE
Live Out Your Values
We empower you to lead, influence change, and help others. Our unique course
curriculum, engaged student body, and location in a Capital City give you
countless opportunities to plug in, discover causes, and share your passion and
gifts with the community.
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Meet Kennedy
Kennedy Herndon was recently selected to be
a Mayor’s Fellow for Mayor Benjamin. When she
graduates, she plans on attending law school,
and she aspires to be a Prosecutor at the District
Attorney’s office in Washington, DC.
GIVING BACK TO PLACE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM
OUR CITY
Our PLACE program is just one example of a collaboration we’ve
formed with non-profits and community partners to help nearby
neighborhoods in need. Admitted PLACE Fellows benefit from social
justice training, paid internships, and countless opportunities to serve.
Leadership Development
We define leadership as the choice to use your education to PLACE FELLOW SPOTLIGHT
create positive change, not just in yourself, but in the world
around you. The four Cs are an expression of this emphasis. Meet Maya
ACTIVITIES & SERVICE
• Organized the Sleigh-Bell Social—a fundraiser
COURAGE to collect holiday cards and raise money for
Transitions Homeless Shelter
Step up and accept the risks that come with reaching your goals.
• Served in Girls Empowered at Eau Clair High
COMMITMENT School, which inspires young girls to be leaders
Step in and embrace the values you hold dearly. • Interned at Midlands Mediation Center, which
CONFIDENCE resolves disputes related to discriminatory
practices based on race, color, or national origin
Step out, chart your course of action, and seize opportunities.
• Interned at Hive Community Circle, which helps
COMPETENCE women and girls overcome the trauma of sexual assault
Step back, reflect, develop insights, and improve your effectiveness.
ASPIRATIONS
Maya’s always loved non-profits, and after interning with two, she aspires to become a
communications director at a non-profit.
PLACE FELLOW SPOTLIGHT
Meet Hunter My PLACE Fellow experience has helped me to be a life-long learner,
a strong and confident leader, a kinder and more understanding
She interned at the Columbia Museum of Art for a person, and a more competent working professional. I have learned
full academic year, and she’s starting her Master more through the opportunities that PLACE gave me than I think I
of Arts in Art Administration this fall. She plans to could have in any class or any other organization.
work in education and engagement at an arts- —Hunter Huggins, Class of 2020
related non-profit.
Experience Community KEEP EXPLORING
TOUR CAMPUS
CONNECT WITH YOUR COLLEGE The best way to experience everything Columbia College has to offer is to visit
Here you’ll find people who value your opinion and want the best for you. Learn, campus. We’d love to meet you and show you our beautiful 52-acre campus.
lead, and make an impact alongside your friends and classmates. With over 50 Sign up online at columbiasc.edu/visit
groups on campus, there are activities for everyone.
AT TEND AN OPEN HOUSE
CONNECT WITH COLUMBIA Saturday, October 17, 2020
Experience the energy of a Capital City and college town with 60,000+ students Saturday, November 7, 2020
across the city. Our revitalized downtown is just a ten-minute drive down Main Saturday, March 31, 2021
Street. We’ve got outdoor markets, dining, coffee shops, boutiques, and festivals as Friday, April 23, 2021
well as an indie theater, art museum, and the State House. Register at columbiasc.edu/open-house
A P P LY I N-P E R S O N O N D EC I S I O N D AY
Adventure is also just minutes from our city center—there’s tubing and kayaking on
High school seniors and transfer students can bring their application and receive an
the river, hiking at nearby forests, and fun on the water at Lake Murray. All that, plus
on-site acceptance decision.
beach and mountain getaways are just 90 minutes down the road in either direction.
Saturday, September 19, 2020
Saturday, December 5, 2020
Register at columbiasc.edu/decision-day
START YOUR APPLICATION
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FILE FOR FINANCIAL AID
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and we’ll help you explore your financing options. Nearly all our students receive
financial aid in the form of loans, grants, scholarships, work study, or veterans’
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The first step in the financial aid process is filing the FAFSA—Free Application for
Federal Student Aid—which determines your eligibility for financial aid.
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ACADEMICS 10. Janet Alexander Cotter Alumnae Hall 22. Daniel Hall & Humphries Hall
1. Ariail-Peele Alawee Gibson Tucker Conference Room Commuter Student Lounge
Division of Education Alumnae Relations Free Store
Office of Advancement Surcie Shop
2. Barbara Bush Center for
“The Parlor” (former Vera Young Thomas 23. Hudson Hall
Science & Technology Memorial Library)
Division of Business, Entrepreneurship & 24. Kneece Hall — The Cottages
Office of Communications & Marketing
Technology, Division of Health & Science 25. Knox Hall — The Cottages
11. The Johnnie Cordell Breed
SC SCHOLARSHIPS 3. Center for Career Coaching & Leadership Center for Women 26. McNair Hall
Professional Development First Level: Breed Leadership Lecture Hall 27. Mirse Hall
We also encourage you to go after state and local scholarships. For example, full-time Office of Career Services/ Office of Second Level: Gibson-Tucker Board Room; 28. S.C.A.H.P.E.R.D.
Student Success Mary Adams Brown Grand Foyer; Office of South Carolina Alliance for Health,
South Carolina residents are also eligible for these generous opportunities: 4. Cottingham Admissions Physical Education, Recreation & Dance
Box Office 12. Maxwell House 29. SC United Methodist Center
Cottingham Theater 30. Student Union
ATHLETICS
PALMETTO FELLOWSHIP Division of Arts
13. Athletic Complex First Level: Dining Area
Griffin Arena Theatre
Second Level: Terrace Café,
Up to $6,700 the first year and up to $7,500 year two, three and four 5. J. Drake Edens Library Price Pavillion
Student Lounge
First Level: Library Reference & User Services Sutton Softball Field
Lower Level: Office of Residence Life &
Second Level: Honors Program; Collaborative Younts Lacrosse & Soccer Stadium
Housing; Office of Student Activities
LIFE SCHOLARSHIP Learning Center 14. Godbold Center
31. T.J. Harrelson Student Services Center
Lower Level: Division of Communication, Athletics Department
Up to $5,000 for meeting certain academic criteria Language & Literatures; Information Athletic Training Room
First Level: Bookstore; Women’s Business &
Entrepreneurship Center; Post Office;
Technology Services; Overton Media Center; Dance Studios
Women’s Business Center of South Carolina
HOPE SCHOLARSHIP Pearce Communication Center George’s Gym Fitness Center
Greer Natatorium
Second Level: Division of Student Affairs;
6. Spears Center for the Arts Koala Pantry; Office of Counseling &
Up to $2,800 a year for meeting certain academic criteria Concert Hall Porter Gymnasium
Accessibility Services; Office of the Dean of
Goodall Gallery CAMPUS LANDMARKS Students; Office of Multicultural Affairs &
7. Will Lou Gray 15. “The Columns” Gazebo Community Resources
TUITION GRANT Division of Behavioral Science 32. Wesley Hall
16. The Fountain
Up to $3,000 for students who demonstrate financial need determined by the FAFSA ADMINISTRATION 17. The Green PARKING
8. Allison Administration Building 18. The Mall A, B, G – Visitor Parking
First Level: Human Resources/Benefits 19. Mitzi’s Garden C, D, E, F, H – Decal Parking
Coordinator; Office of the President; Office
of the Provost; VP Finance STUDENT LIFE
Second Level: Registrar 20. College Place United
V I S I T CO LU M B I A S C .E D U / S C H O L A R S H I P S F O R M O R E I N F O R M AT I O N Third Level: Financial Aid; Financial Methodist Church
Services; Payroll & Student Employment Children’s Garden Daycare
9. Facilities Management 21. Columbia College Police Dept.
1301 Columbia College Dr,
Columbia, S.C. 29203
800.277.1301
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