Columbia College

The quality of the educational experience is largely the product of who is teaching in the classroom. Faculty members at Columbia College teach 100% of undergraduate courses.

Students who are intellectually driven and want to be involved in learning outside the classroom will thrive. Learning requires action, getting out of your seat, and taking on career-building activities.

The College currently offers 35 undergraduate majors in a wide array of challenging fields. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Then design your own major using our innovative contractual studies program.

There are five academic divisions and the Honors Program:

Arts and Communication Studies

The following areas of study are offered:

• Art (Studio Art and Art History)
• Dance and Dance Education
• Communication Studies and Theatre
• Music

Behavioral Studies and Human Inquiry

The following areas of study are offered:

• Behavioral Studies Program (Psychology, Social Work, Child and Family Studies, Behavioral Science)
• History, Political Science, Public Affairs, and International Studies
• Religious, Ethical, and Cultural Studies

Business, Mathematics, and Science

The following areas of study are offered:

• Business (Accounting, Business Administration)
• Mathematics and Computing
• Biological and Physical Sciences (Biology, Chemistry)

Education

The following areas of study are offered:

• Education (Early Childhood, Elementary, Special, Middle Level)
• Speech-Language Pathology

Languages and Literature

The following areas of study are offered:

• English Education
• Literary Studies
• Writing for Print and Digital Media
• French and Spanish

The Honors Program

The Columbia College Honors Program provides an enriching academic experience for outstanding students committed to excellence. The fundamental assumption of an honors education is that the honors student will continue to challenge her intellectual limits, working seriously and creatively to reach her highest potential as a scholar, reflective learner, individual thinker, and leader.

• Learn more about the program

For more information about choosing a major at Columbia College, contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at 803-786-3871 or 800-277-1301.