Columbia Southern University
At a Glance
🌊 Campus Lifestyle
⛷️ Nearby Ski Resorts
Alabama
Indiana
Missouri
🏖️ Beach Town
Orange Beach, AL
Ocean access within 5.4 miles
🌡️ Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Orange Beach, AL
Station: ROBERTSDALE · Source: NOAA NCEI
💰 Cost Breakdown
Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.
| Cost Item | Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,640 |
| Fees | $135 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $5,775 |
💡 These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.
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57 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Columbia Southern University located?
Columbia Southern University is located in Orange Beach, AL. The main campus address is 21982 University Lane, Orange Beach, AL. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.
How much does it cost to attend Columbia Southern University?
For the 2023–24 academic year, Columbia Southern University charges $5,640/year in tuition. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $5,775/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Columbia Southern University's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Is Columbia Southern University the right fit for me?
Whether Columbia Southern University is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($5,640/year out-of-state), campus culture in Orange Beach, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Columbia Southern University against similar schools side-by-side.
Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Columbia Southern University directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- For-Profit
- Location
- Orange Beach, AL
- Size
- 10,000–19,999
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Certificates
- School Year Weather
- 🌤️ Warm · 62°F avg
Location
Orange Beach, AL