Columbia College-Missouri

What is the cost of studying for a year at Columbia College-Missouri?

Columbia College's published costs depend on program, enrollment level, and study format. In 2024-25 federal reporting, average full-time undergraduate tuition was $12,276 for both in-state and out-of-state students, with no required fees recorded in those categories. That reporting figure should not be assumed to be the current price of every campus, online, or specialized program.

• 2024-25 reported full-time undergraduate tuition: $12,276.
• Reported typical annual room charge: $6,736.
• Reported typical annual board charge: $4,125.
• Reported books and supplies: $480.

Tuition, the listed room and board charges, and books total $23,617, but that is not a complete cost-of-attendance budget. Transportation, personal expenses, and any applicable program-specific charges can add to the amount; students who do not live on campus will have different housing costs. Figures reported for different programs or academic years should not be combined into a single estimate.

Financial aid changes the amount a student ultimately pays. Reported income-band average net prices were $21,168 for families earning up to $48,000 and $21,550 for those earning $48,001-$75,000. Net price reflects costs after grant aid for the students in the relevant reporting group; it is not a quoted price for a new applicant. The college's financial-aid offer and a program-specific cost-of-attendance budget provide a better basis for an individual decision.

Reported aid figures indicate that 93% of students received financial aid and 41% had student loans. Aid can include grants that generally do not need repayment as well as loans that do. Eligible students may be considered for federal and state grants, institutional scholarships, and military or veterans' education benefits; award rules and deadlines vary. Completing the FAFSA and reviewing the college's scholarship requirements are separate steps.

What are the work-study opportunities at Columbia College-Missouri?

Columbia College students may be able to pursue part-time work alongside their studies, but Federal Work-Study, an ordinary student job, and an internship are different arrangements. Federal Work-Study is need-based financial aid earned through an eligible job; an award does not by itself place a student in a position or pay tuition in advance.

Students should check their aid offer for Work-Study eligibility and look for current job postings and application instructions through the college's student-employment resources. They should also ask whether a position is available at their study location or can be performed remotely. An internship may provide academic credit or career experience, but compensation and credit requirements depend on the particular placement and program.

The college reports career support that includes individual counseling, résumé help, interview preparation, job listings, employer events, and alumni networking opportunities. Those services can assist a job search; they are not the same as a verified employment outcome or a promise of placement.