Accounting at Columbia College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in South Carolina
Accounting bachelors's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (24 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia College | — | — | — | — |
| Bob Jones University | $59,332 | $65,948 | $23,936 | 0.40 |
| University of South Carolina-Columbia | $59,283 | $72,537 | $25,826 | 0.44 |
| Clemson University | $56,419 | $69,904 | $23,250 | 0.41 |
| Anderson University | $55,127 | $55,705 | $23,750 | 0.43 |
| Strayer University-South Carolina | $52,373 | $56,398 | $54,989 | 1.05 |
| National Median | $53,694 | — | $25,000 | 0.47 |
Other Accounting Programs in South Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Jones University Greenville | $23,400 | $59,332 | $23,936 |
| University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia | $12,688 | $59,283 | $25,826 |
| Clemson University Clemson | $15,554 | $56,419 | $23,250 |
| Anderson University Anderson | $33,580 | $55,127 | $23,750 |
| Strayer University-South Carolina Greenville | $13,920 | $52,373 | $54,989 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Columbia College, approximately 53% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.