Columbus State Community College

Columbus, Ohio · Public, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$8,400

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

28.1%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

17,549

In-state tuition

$5,488

Out-of-state tuition

$11,224

Cost of attendance

$13,381

Median earnings (10y)

$39,435

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
Not available
Locale
City

Programs breakdown

18 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (33%), health (22%), stem (18%).

  • STEM18%
  • Health22%
  • Business10%
  • Humanities & arts33%
  • Social sciences2%
  • Trades & services14%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's2,445$13,082
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.Undergraduate certificate753$5,000
Design and Applied Arts.Undergraduate certificate539
Real Estate.Undergraduate certificate335
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Undergraduate certificate321
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Undergraduate certificate310
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's305
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate302
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate298
Visual and Performing Arts, General.Undergraduate certificate213
Plumbing and Related Water Supply Services.Undergraduate certificate195
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's190
Computer and Information Sciences, General.Associate's166
Fire Protection.Undergraduate certificate166
Computer Programming.Associate's160
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.Undergraduate certificate144
Graphic Communications.Undergraduate certificate122
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Undergraduate certificate119
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians.Associate's114
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate113
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate108
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions.Associate's107
Graphic Communications.Associate's106
Health and Medical Administrative Services.Undergraduate certificate106
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician.Undergraduate certificate102
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians.Associate's89
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.Associate's82
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate82
Computer Programming.Undergraduate certificate79
Hospitality Administration/Management.Associate's78
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians.Associate's72
Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians.Associate's72
Criminal Justice and Corrections.Associate's72
Accounting and Related Services.Associate's72
Film/Video and Photographic Arts.Undergraduate certificate69
Accounting and Related Services.Undergraduate certificate68
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.Associate's61
Design and Applied Arts.Associate's50
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Associate's48
Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians.Undergraduate certificate45

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Columbus State Community College

Columbus State Community College is a very large institution located in Columbus, Ohio, primarily awarding the certificate. It enrolls roughly 17,549 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Liberal arts, Health professions, Engineering tech.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Columbus State Community College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $8,400 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $5,488 for in-state students and $11,224 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $13,381 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 28.1%, a below-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $39,435 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Columbus State Community College confers degrees and certificates across 18 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Liberal arts, Health professions, Engineering tech. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (33% of credentials), health (22% of credentials), stem (18% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.

Location & campus

Set in Columbus, Ohio (city), Columbus State Community College draws students from across Ohio and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Columbus State Community College

Q.How much does Columbus State Community College cost?

The average net price at Columbus State Community College is $8,400 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $13,381.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Columbus State Community College?

Columbus State Community College has a 6-year graduation rate of 28.1% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Columbus State Community College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Columbus State Community College graduate earns $39,435 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Columbus State Community College?

Published tuition is $5,488 in-state and $11,224 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Columbus State Community College located?

Columbus State Community College is located in Columbus, Ohio (ZIP 43215).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Columbus State Community College at their official website.