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Columbia Southern University

Private for-profit, 4-year

21982 University Lane, Orange Beach, AL 36561-9000

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Quick Facts

13,053

Total Enrollment

37%

Graduation Rate

$55,140

Median Earnings (6yr)

$5,808

In-State Tuition

$14,975

Avg Net Price

28:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

About Columbia Southern University

Institution Details

Type Private for-profit, 4-year
Classification Masters Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs
Size 10,000 - 19,999

Location

Address 21982 University Lane
City Orange Beach, AL
ZIP Code 36561-9000
County Baldwin County

President/Chief Administrator: Ken Styron (President)

Programs & Degrees

Degree information not available.

Top Programs by Graduates

Protective Services 37%
Business 23%
Health Professions 10%
Computer Science 4%
Liberal Arts 3%
Undergraduate Programs: Yes
Graduate Programs: Yes

Admissions

Enrollment Statistics

Total Enrollment 13,053

Student Demographics

Male 66%
Female 34%
White 62%
Black 16%
Hispanic 2%
Asian 2%

Tuition & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

In-State Tuition $5,808
Out-of-State Tuition $5,808

Financial Aid

Students Receiving Aid 21%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after grants and scholarships:

$0 - $30,000 $13,772
$30,001 - $48,000 $15,391
$48,001 - $75,000 $14,413
$75,001 - $110,000 $16,317
$110,001+ $17,878

Earnings After Graduation

Median earnings for students who received federal financial aid:

$55,140

6 Years After

$60,123

8 Years After

$63,534

10 Years After

Earnings Range (6 years after enrollment):

25th percentile: $32,086  |  75th percentile: $82,653

Earnings by Family Income Background

$37,678

Low Income

$66,222

Middle Income

$86,611

High Income

Student Outcomes

59%

Full-Time Retention

30%

Part-Time Retention

37%

Graduation Rate