Colleges / GA / Columbus

Columbus State University

Public Columbus, GA · Urban · Southeast · 100% data reported · Agent Insights

42%

Graduation Rate

$44,544

Earnings (10yr)

$13,115

Net Price

99%

Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Columbus State University has an acceptance rate of 99%, making it one of the most accessible options for students seeking higher education. This low barrier to entry allows a diverse range of students to pursue their academic goals in a supportive environment.

According to the latest Chetty/Opportunity Insights data, Columbus State does not have publicly available mobility rates, which makes it difficult to assess upward economic mobility for graduates. However, the school's focus on practical programs such as Health Professions and Criminal Justice may help prepare students for stable careers.

With a net price of $13,115 and a median debt of $26,000, students can expect a manageable financial commitment. Graduates earn an average of $44,544 after ten years. Those who thrive here are likely to be pragmatic and interested in fields that offer clear pathways to employment.

Rankings

#3 Best Criminal Justice Colleges in Georgia #9 Colleges With the Highest Acceptance Rates #10 Best Computer Science Colleges in Georgia #10 Best Data Science Colleges in Georgia #11 Best Communications Colleges in Georgia #18 Best Education Colleges in Georgia #19 Best Nursing Colleges in Georgia #20 Best Bachelor's Programs in Georgia

How Columbus Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

Cost & Financial Aid

$5,898

In-State Tuition

$17,610

Out-of-State

$13,115

Avg Net Price

$26,000

Median Debt

45%

Pell Grant Rate

38%

Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$11,271

Family Income $0–$30K

$11,873

Family Income $30K–$48K

$13,786

Family Income $48K–$75K

$18,329

Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$39,190

6 Years After Entry

$41,799

8 Years

$44,544

10 Years

0.58x

Debt-to-Earnings

58%

Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

178.43%

Mobility Rate

Bottom 20% → Top 20%

1655.1%

Success Rate

If bottom 20% get in

1078.0%

From Bottom 20%

Share of students

$72,600

Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.16

Economic Connectedness

Cross-class friendships

0.03

Friending Bias

Lower = more inclusive

6.6%

Volunteering Rate

0.99

Support Ratio

Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 99%

Retention Rate 70%

SAT Average 977

ACT Midpoint 21

SAT Range 800–1060

ACT Range 16–22

Full-Time Faculty 59%

Faculty Salary (mo) $8,802

Diversity Index 0.68

First-Gen Students 33%

Top Programs

Health Professions 15%

Criminal Justice 12%

Business & Marketing 10%

Computer Science & IT 10%

Visual & Performing Arts 8%

Education 8%

Communications 6%

Biology & Biomedical 5%

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Quick Facts

Setting Urban

Region Southeast

Accreditor Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Predominant Degree Bachelor's

Student Body

Female

63%

White

42%

Hispanic

Black

37%

Asian

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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