Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
99.24%
SAT Average
994
ACT Range
17-24
Columbus State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 99.24%. This means approximately 992 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 5,537 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
99.24%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $5,751 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $16,805 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $19,953 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $11,889 | State avg: $16,729. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 44.40% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 41.71% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Columbus State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$16,805
Room and board
$11,262
Books and supplies
$1,600
Other expenses
$6,184
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$19,953
Average net price
$11,889
Average aid coverage
40%
$8,064 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Columbus State University pays approximately $11,889 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Georgia average of $16,729 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Columbus State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Georgia and national averages.
Columbus State University net price
$11,889
Georgia average
$16,729
National average
$17,506
Columbus State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $16,805 and average net price at $11,889. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$16,805
Current net price
$11,889
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
41.74%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$44,544
Undergraduates
5,537
10-Year Median Earnings - Columbus State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Columbus State University graduates earn about 1.0x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Columbus State University?
Undergraduates
5,537
Completion rate
41.74%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
44.40%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
41.71%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 44.40% of Columbus State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 41.71% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Columbus State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Columbus State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Columbus State University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Columbus State University is listed at 4225 University Ave, Columbus, GA 31907-5645. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Columbus State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus State University | 99.24% | $16,805 | $11,889 | $44,544 |
| Miami Ad School-Atlanta | Not available | $19,400 | $28,032 | $106,192 |
| Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus | 16.46% | $32,876 | $13,289 | $102,772 |
| Chamberlain University-Georgia | 96.15% | $19,686 | $31,471 | $92,405 |
| Emory University | 11.10% | $60,774 | $23,911 | $80,137 |
Similar Schools in Columbus
This local cluster focuses on nearby Columbus schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Columbus.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbus State University's acceptance rate?
Columbus State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 99.24%.
How much is Columbus State University tuition?
Columbus State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $16,805.
What is Columbus State University's average net price?
Columbus State University's average net price in the local dataset is $11,889.
What is Columbus State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $44,544 for Columbus State University.
Is Columbus State University accredited?
Columbus State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Columbus State University?
The local dataset lists 5,537 undergraduate students at Columbus State University.
What percentage of Columbus State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Columbus State University in the local dataset is 44.40%.
What is the federal loan rate at Columbus State University?
The federal loan rate for Columbus State University in the local dataset is 41.71%.
Where should I verify Columbus State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Columbus State University or the latest official federal education data.