Financial Aid Premises

Columbia College is committed to two basic premises which govern both the admissions and financial aid processes.

Need Blind Admissions

Admission to Columbia is need blind. This means that when your application is reviewed by the Office of Undergraduate Admission it is looked at without regard to whether or not you are able pay for the total cost of attending Columbia.

Need Based Financial Aid

In addition to need blind admissions, Columbia is also committed to meeting the full need of all applicants admitted as first-year students. This means that the information you send to the Office of Financial Aid and Educational Financing is used to determine a fair family contribution toward your educational expenses. To the extent that your family's contribution falls short of the cost of attendance, you'll receive a financial aid package to help you cover your college costs.

For More Information

For more information, please visit the website of the Office of Financial Aid and Educational Financing can answer every question you may have about paying for college.