71.7%
Acceptance Rate
61.3%
Graduation Rate
$40,664
Avg. Alumni Salary
891
Students

Tuition & Costs

In-State Tuition $39,650
Out-of-State Tuition $39,650
Average Net Price (After Aid) $30,139
This is the average amount students pay after financial aid.
Average net price after aid: $30,139

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Men 27.5%
Women 72.5%
Ethnicity Distribution
White 66.6%
Asian 3.9%
Hispanic 8.5%
Black 10.9%
First Generation Students 24.6%

Available Programs

Visual & Performing Arts Bachelor

Academic Departments

Department Name Degree Level
Arts Bachelor

University Overview

Written by the Find College in USA editorial team using federal education data. Editorial policy · Our team

Overview

Columbus College of Art & Design sits in Columbus, OH; below we summarize verified metrics international families ask about first. Reported acceptance rate is approximately 71.7%, which suggests relatively open access compared with highly selective peers. Federal outcome data shows a graduation rate near 61.3%. Enrollment is about 891 students, giving the campus a smaller, community-focused feel.

Tuition, aid, and value

For Columbus College of Art & Design, published sticker prices include in-state tuition around $39,650 and out-of-state / international tuition around $39,650 per year (before fees, housing, and books). After typical grant aid, the average net price reported to the Department of Education is about $30,139. International students usually pay out-of-state rates unless a specific waiver applies.

Among graduates tracked in federal earnings data, median alumni salary is about $40,664 ten years after entry — useful context, not a guarantee of individual outcomes.

Academics and student life

Notable undergraduate areas include Arts. Campus setting in Columbus, OH shapes internships, housing costs, and day-to-day student life — compare with similar schools in OH using our state and program browse tools.

International students

International applicants should budget for out-of-state tuition, living costs, and visa-related fees. Columbus College of Art & Design may offer SEVP-certified status (confirm on the official site before applying). Use our F-1 visa guide alongside the university's international student office for current requirements.

Profile compiled from U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and IPEDS; last reviewed by the Find College in USA editorial team. Always confirm deadlines and costs on the official university website.

Data transparency: Tuition, acceptance, and outcome figures come from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard unless noted. Find College in USA is an independent publisher and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the institutions listed.

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