Accepted Students
You're In. Here's What Happens Next.
You did it, and we couldn't be more excited. Whether you're joining us on campus as a first-year or transfer student, finishing your degree online, or starting a graduate program, your future at Columbia College starts right now. Follow the steps below at your own pace, and if you get stuck on anything, your admissions counselor is one call away.
Everything you need to confirm, prepare, and get ready is below. And just so you know – from this moment on, you've got a whole team in your corner.
What to Do
- Confirm Your Enrollment
- Complete Your FAFSA
- Submit Final Transcripts
- Check Your Email for Next Steps
You Made a Great Decision.
Here's the proof.
Behind the Stat
Where reasonable tuition meets high-quality education.
Behind the Stat
Small classes and professors who care.
My professors didn't just reach me — they invested in my future. The mentorship, the connections, the push to further than I thought I could. That's what made Columbia College worth every penny.
— Maryam Azeem
Class of 2020
Your Next Steps
Not Yet Confirmed? Start Here.
We're so excited to have you join the Koala Family.
Step 1 — Confirmation
Pay your $155 enrollment deposit to officially reserve your spot. Confirming early unlocks earlier access to financial aid packaging, housing selection, orientation registration, and course registration, so the sooner you confirm, the more options you'll have. Confirm within 60 days of acceptance to lock in your institutional scholarships.
Step 2 — Financial Aid
Complete your FAFSA as soon as possible... Earlier filers receive better aid packages. Columbia College's school code is 003430. Not sure where to start? Our Financial Aid team will walk you through it personally. Call 803-786-3612 or visit the Financial Aid Page.
Confirmed Students
Already Confirmed? Here's what's next.
After confirmation, check your personal email for instructions to set up your Columbia College email and student portal. If you don't see it within 3 business days, contact your admissions counselor or email admissions@columbiasc.edu.
Step 3 — Get Ready For Day One
Visit your orientation page to learn about your onboarding process — from setting up your accounts and downloading apps to registering for classes and meeting your advisor. Everything you need to get day-one ready is there, mapped out step by step.
Step 4 — Celebrate (You Earned This)
Share the news. Tag us on Instagram @ColumbiaCollegeSC. Wear the t-shirt. Tell your family. You worked hard to get here — take a minute to enjoy it before the real adventure starts.
What You Have to Look Forward To
A Degree That Opens Doors
From internship connections across South Carolina's capital city to faculty who write recommendation letters that actually say something about you, your Columbia College experience is designed to launch your career and not just hand you a diploma.
Professors Who Actually Know You
With a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, you're not a seat number in a lecture hall. Your professors will know your name, your goals, and when something's off. That's what small campus learning actually feels like.
Friendships That Start Fast and Last Long
On a campus of 1,800+ students, you're not lost in a crowd. You'll meet people in your first week who become your study partners, your co-leaders, and your lifelong friends. With 50+ clubs and 17 NAIA athletic teams, finding your people happens fast.
Life in South Carolina's Capital City
Columbia isn't a sleepy college town — it's the state capital. That means real internship opportunities, a growing food and music scene, weekend adventures at the Congaree River and Lake Murray, and a city that's investing in its future just like you are.
What You Have to Look Forward To
- A Degree That Opens Doors
- Professors Who Know You
- Friendships That Start Fast
- Life in the Capital City
You're already a part of something bigger.
Columbia College is built on four values: Courage, Commitment, Confidence, and Competence. They're not just words on our campus steps; they're the foundation of every class, every mentorship, and every opportunity you'll experience here. You're joining a close-knit community in the heart of South Carolina's capital, and we can't wait to see what you bring to it.
Hear It From Students Who Were Right Where You Are
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Daylon McDonald
Class of 2025
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Kaleab Stoughtenger
Class of 2025
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Ivy Drummer
Class of 2025
Ready to Make It Official?
Confirm your enrollment today, or reach out if you still have questions. We can connect you with your academic advisor, a current student in your program, or a financial aid counselor — whatever you need to feel confident about your decision.