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Columbia College

Public Sonora, CA · Rural · Far West · 73% data reported · Agent Insights
28%
Graduation Rate
$39,035
Earnings (10yr)
$11,316
Net Price
1,984
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Overview

Columbia College has a graduation rate of just 28%. This figure highlights the challenges many students face in completing their degrees. With nearly three-quarters of students not finishing, this statistic is crucial for prospective students to consider.

The Opportunity Insights data on economic mobility is not available for Columbia College, making it difficult to assess how well graduates are able to improve their financial situations after attending. However, the earnings for alumni ten years after graduation average $39,035, which can provide a baseline for understanding potential financial outcomes.

The net price of attending Columbia College is $11,316, and 28% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating that a significant portion of the student body may require financial assistance. Students who thrive here often pursue programs in Humanities, Culinary, Business, Health Professions, or Social Sciences. For those who are dedicated to completing their studies, the college can serve as a stepping stone into various career fields.

How Columbia Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation28%Earnings 10yr$39KNet Price$11KRetention58%Pell Grant Rate28%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$10K$0-30K$11K$30-48K$14K$48-75K$13K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$1,282
In-State Tuition
$9,264
Out-of-State
$11,316
Avg Net Price
28%
Pell Grant Rate
0%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$10,095
Family Income $0–$30K
$10,910
Family Income $30K–$48K
$13,961
Family Income $48K–$75K
$12,813
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$32,510
6 Years After Entry
$34,920
8 Years
$39,035
10 Years
37%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$32,510 6yr $34,920 8yr $39,035 10yr

Academics & Admissions

Retention Rate 58%
Full-Time Faculty 43%
Faculty Salary (mo) $10,219
Diversity Index 0.56
First-Gen Students 53%

Top Programs

Humanities 33%
Culinary & Personal Services 7%
Business & Marketing 6%
Health Professions 6%
Social Sciences 6%
Psychology 4%
Criminal Justice 4%
Education 3%

Quick Facts

Setting Rural
Region Far West
Accreditor Western Association of Schools and Colleges Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges
Predominant Degree Associate's

Student Body

Female
58%
White
61%
Hispanic
26%
Black
4%
Asian
2%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

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