Columbus Technical College Tuition & Completion (2026)
Columbus Technical College is a public community college in Columbus, Georgia, serving roughly 2,719 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. Typical net price after grant aid is about $4,001 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $4,052. Student demographics in federal data include Black or African American (54.0%) and White (28.7%) among the largest enrollment groups.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $4,052
- 2024 Average Net Price: $4,001 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,719 32.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 26.74%
- Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
- First-Generation Students: 41.7%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 27.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 54.1%
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 4,944
- Room & Board: $14,094 annual estimate
Columbus Technical College: what the data shows
Common questions about Columbus Technical College, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Columbus Technical College?
Columbus Technical College is located in Columbus, GA (ZIP 31904-6572).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Columbus Technical College public or private?
Columbus Technical College is a Public institution.
How much does Columbus Technical College cost?
Published tuition: $4,052 in-state, $7,262 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $4,001.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $3,383 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $4,543 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $6,170 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $16,208.
How big is Columbus Technical College?
Total enrollment: 2,719 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 4,944 students.
About 32% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Columbus Technical College?
150%-time completion rate: 26.74%.
First-year retention: 52.2%.
What do graduates of Columbus Technical College earn?
Median earnings: $28,884 six years after entry; $34,238 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $8,756.
57.37% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Columbus Technical College known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other (268 completions)
- Welding Technology/Welder (155 completions)
- Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (137 completions)
- Carpentry/Carpenter (119 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (86 completions)
- Child Care Provider/Assistant (83 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (80 completions)
- Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General (64 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other (62 completions)
- Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide (56 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Columbus Technical College a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 26.74%; median earnings $34,238 at 10 years; net price $4,001. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$4,052
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Columbus Technical College was $4,052.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$4,001
2024 Value
In 2024 Columbus Technical College had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $4,001.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,004 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$4,001 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$16,208 4-Year In-State Tuition
$29,048 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$14,094 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$600 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$18,746 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$74,984 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Columbus Technical College.
Financial Aid by Income Level
57.37% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
0.00% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Columbus Technical College was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Columbus Technical College in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $1,529 | $2,804 | $8,515 |
| 2014 | $2,496 | $4,440 | $8,688 |
| 2015 | $2,694 | $4,830 | $6,777 |
| 2016 | $2,704 | $4,840 | $7,697 |
| 2017 | $2,704 | $4,840 | $6,790 |
| 2018 | $2,778 | $4,914 | $5,445 |
| 2019 | $3,042 | $5,442 | $4,253 |
| 2020 | $3,042 | $5,442 | $2,428 |
| 2021 | $3,042 | $5,442 | $6,329 |
| 2022 | $3,042 | $5,442 | $6,876 |
| 2023 | $3,042 | $5,442 | $4,959 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Columbus Technical College reported total enrollment of about 2,719 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 30% male and 70% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Black or African American (54.0%), White (28.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (9.7%). About 57.37% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 41.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
32.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Columbus Technical College in 2024 is 2,719 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 4,944 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
52.2%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Black or African American at 54.0%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
12.30% 100% Completion Time
26.74% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 12.30% of students graduating from Columbus Technical College completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other: 18% male / 82% female
- Welding Technology/Welder: 88% male / 12% female
- Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician: 97% male / 3% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Black or African American.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Columbus Technical College.
Return on Investment
$8,756 Median Student Debt
$34,238 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
25.57% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
2039.34% Return on Investment
2.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Columbus Technical College.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 74 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other: 268 completions
2. Welding Technology/Welder: 155 completions
3. Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician: 137 completions
4. Carpentry/Carpenter: 119 completions
5. Business Administration and Management, General: 86 completions
6. Child Care Provider/Assistant: 83 completions
7. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 80 completions
8. Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General: 64 completions
9. Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other: 62 completions
Most popular programs at Columbus Technical College.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Columbus Technical College graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Columbus Technical College from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 54.1%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $5,411
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $4,524
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Columbus Technical College is a public institution located in Columbus, GA, classified as Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Other, Welding Technology/Welder, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician. Enrollment is approximately 2,719 students. Student body composition includes Black or African American (54.0%), White (28.7%), Hispanic or Latino (9.7%). The 150%-time completion rate is 26.74%. Approximately 57.37% of students receive Pell Grants. About 41.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Location
Columbus, GA 31904-6572
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 26.74% graduation rate at Columbus Technical College falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 74 distinct degree programs, Columbus Technical College provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Columbus Technical College located?
Columbus Technical College is located in Columbus, GA.
How much does Columbus Technical College cost?
Reported tuition is $4,052 and average net price is $4,001 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $14,094 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Columbus Technical College?
Columbus Technical College reports undergraduate enrollment of about 4,944 students, Black or African American (54.0%), White (28.7%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Columbus Technical College?
About 41.7% of students at Columbus Technical College are first-generation college students.
What do graduates of Columbus Technical College earn?
Median earnings are $28,884 six years after entry and $34,238 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Columbus Technical College?
The 150%-time completion rate is 26.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Columbus Technical College students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $8,756.
Is Columbus Technical College public or private?
Columbus Technical College is a public institution located in Columbus, GA.
Is Columbus Technical College an HBCU?
No. Columbus Technical College is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Columbus Technical College a tribal college?
No. Columbus Technical College is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Columbus Technical College a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Columbus Technical College does not meet that proxy (reported share 9.7%).
Is Columbus Technical College religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Columbus Technical College in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Georgia college costs
- Georgia colleges by ROI
- Georgia trade schools profile
- Columbus, Georgia city profile
- Southeast regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Georgia
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.