Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Columbia College
Associate's Degree
Where Columbia College Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities associates's programs nationally
Programs in the upper-left quadrant (high earnings, low debt) offer the best value. Programs in the lower-right quadrant warrant careful consideration.
Compare to Similar Programs in South Carolina
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities associates's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (31 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia College | — | — | — | — |
| Midlands Technical College | $29,688 | $35,674 | $14,550 | 0.49 |
| Technical College of the Lowcountry | $28,441 | $32,847 | $9,500 | 0.33 |
| Spartanburg Community College | $28,222 | $36,267 | $8,250 | 0.29 |
| Greenville Technical College | $27,684 | $37,033 | $12,190 | 0.44 |
| York Technical College | $27,088 | $36,013 | $8,180 | 0.30 |
| National Median | $27,248 | — | $10,950 | 0.40 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in South Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midlands Technical College West Columbia | $4,788 | $29,688 | $14,550 |
| Technical College of the Lowcountry Beaufort | $5,500 | $28,441 | $9,500 |
| Spartanburg Community College Spartanburg | $5,046 | $28,222 | $8,250 |
| Greenville Technical College Greenville | $5,639 | $27,684 | $12,190 |
| York Technical College Rock Hill | $5,512 | $27,088 | $8,180 |
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.