Columbia College
1301 Columbia College Drive
Columbia, SC 29203
(800) 277-1301
ColumbiaSC.edu
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a best value institution and ranked among the best regional universities in the South, Columbia College is a dynamic learning and living community known for its emphasis on leadership, development and service. Founded 162 years ago by the United Methodist Church as a women’s liberal arts college, Columbia College also offers evening, graduate and online programs serving both women and men. The college is home to The McNair Center for Entrepreneurism and a nationally renowned honors program led by the 2010-2011 United States Professor of the Year.
The McNair Center for Entrepreneurism is part of Columbia College’s Institute for Leadership and Professional Excellence. One of only six McNair Centers established in the United States, it offers a prestigious fellows program, a micro-seed fund for qualifying start-up entrepreneurs, a mentor-entrepreneur network in partnership with the South Carolina Women’s Entrepreneurship Network, and an advisory cabinet to direct connections in the entrepreneurial and innovation communities.
Adding to the college’s slate of popular online degree programs, a new RN to BSN nurses program will begin enrollment this August. The other 100 percent online programs currently offered are Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in criminal justice and a Bachelor of Arts in disaster and emergency management.
Newberry College
2100 College St.
Newberry, SC 29108
(800) 845-4955 x 5127
Newberry.Edu
When you attend Newberry College, you’re not just a student, you’re part of the family. There you’ll find a close-knit campus community where you’ll create lifelong friendships.
The beautiful 90-acre campus, home to more than 1,000 students, is nestled in the historic district of Newberry, South Carolina. Founded in 1856 by the Lutheran Church, Newberry College prepares students for successful careers and meaningful lives guided by the educational principles of the Lutheran heritage.
Challenging academic programs and one-on-one attention from professors help students explore the interests that fuel their passions. They offer 30 majors, 35 minors, 31 concentrations and 10 pre-professional programs for baccalaureate degrees.
Newberry College was ranked in the top tier of regional colleges in the South by U.S. News & World Report in 2015 and is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools™ with program accreditation for nursing, teacher education and music. Newberry College encourages you to get involved on campus through 40-plus clubs and organizations as well as 17 NCAA Division II sports, cheerleading and dance.
Along with $12 million in annual institutional scholarships, they back you after graduation with the Newberry College Loan Repayment Promise. If you don’t make at least $36,000 after graduating from Newberry College, they’ll help you repay your student loans. This offer is guaranteed and at no additional cost. For more information, go to Newberry.Edu.