Online & Evening Undergraduate Admissions

How Do I Apply?

Programs begin every eight weeks, so whenever you’re ready to take the next step…we’re ready too. Our admissions team will guide you through each requirement, one simple step at a time.

You can also explore our online and evening undergraduate degrees to find the best fit for your goals.

1. Start Your Application 

Apply online using our Columbia College application or the Common App, whichever works best for you. Create your account, complete what you can, and log back in anytime to finish or check your status. 

Apply Application Status

2. Submit Your Personal Statement

A brief personal statement helps us get to know you and your goals.
(This requirement is waived if you have transferable college credit with a 2.0 GPA or higher)

Personal Statement Directions

You must submit a personal statement unless you meet one of the following two categories:

• You have transferable college credit with a minimum GPA of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale, or
• You have an approved training academy certification (degree-specific).

If you opt to submit a personal statement, it should be a minimum of 500 words and address all of the following:

• Explain why you should be accepted for admissions.
• Explain why the program is important to you.
• Explain why would Columbia College is a good fit for your educational goals.

3. Request Your Transcript

This includes official transcripts from all colleges previously attended as well as your high school transcript (if you have not earned an associate’s or bachelor’s degree). This includes dual enrollment. Official transcripts should be sent directly from each school.

You can transfer a total of 90 credit hours from any regionally accredited college or university. 

Transferring Credits 

Only classes in which you have received a 2.0 or higher will be accepted and we reserve the right to determine which courses meet the requirements and standards of the College. 

Once your admission file is complete, it will be sent to the registrar for an official transfer evaluation that determines the number of transfer hours to which you are entitled. Learn more about how to transfer to Columbia College. 

4. Optional Steps 

Letters of Recommendation

Ask your high school guidance counselor to fill out our guidance counselor form and submit it. We also ask that you submit a recommendation from a teacher who taught you English, math, history, science, or a foreign language in 11th or 12th grade. 

SAT & ACT Scores

Your SAT or ACT score is required if you are applying for a scholarship, but it is not required to apply to Columbia College. Use our school code 5117 to share your SAT scores, and use school code 3850 to share your ACT scores. 

Have questions? Reach us at 800.277.1301, admissions@columbiasc.edu, or contact a member of our admissions team directly.