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Columbia Central University

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world rank  10188

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Overview

Founded in 1966, the Columbia Central University is a for-profit private specialized higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Caguas (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Columbia Central University (CCU) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational Puerto Rican higher education institution. Columbia Central University (CCU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. The acceptance rate range is 100% making this Puerto Rican higher education organization a non-selective institution. CCU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Columbia Central University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Columbia Central University's Entity Typefor-profit

Size

Columbia Central University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Columbia Central University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenon-selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym CCU
Founded 1966
Video Presentation

n.a.; please submit an official Columbia Central University general video presentation.

University Location

Address Carretera 183 Km 1.7
Caguas
00726
Puerto Rico
Columbia Central University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Columbia Central University Phone Number +1 (787) 743 4041
Columbia Central University Fax Number +1

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Columbia Central University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Columbia Central University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Columbia Central University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Columbia Central University.

Columbia Central University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Columbia Central University's admission information.

Columbia Central University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Columbia Central University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Columbia Central University a selective admission policy? None, open admission policy.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Columbia Central University's acceptance rate range is 100% making this institution a non-selective higher education institution.


Columbia Central University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Columbia Central University's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Columbia Central University.

Columbia Central University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Columbia Central University has an enrollment range of 2,000-2,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Columbia Central University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 50-99 academic employees (Faculty).


Columbia Central University's Control Type Control Type

Columbia Central University is a private higher education institution.


Columbia Central University's Entity Type Entity Type

Columbia Central University is a for-profit higher education institution.


Columbia Central University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Columbia Central University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Trimesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Columbia Central University does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Columbia Central University's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
Size & Setting Four-year, very small, primarily nonresidential institution
Enrollment Profile High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, higher part-time institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions focus, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Other-dominant, with other professional programs

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Columbia Central University's main facilities:


Columbia Central University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Columbia Central University's Library

Columbia Central University-Caguas's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 15,109 physical volumes, 693 physical media, 43,451 digital/electronic media and 25 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 7 full-time employees, including 5 librarians. Columbia Central University-Caguas's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Columbia Central University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Columbia Central University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Columbia Central University's main services:


Columbia Central University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Columbia Central University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported

Columbia Central University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Columbia Central University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Columbia Central University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Columbia Central University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Columbia Central University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2007


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Columbia Central University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Consejo de Educación de Puerto Rico


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Columbia Central University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Columbia College Corporation

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Columbia Central University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Columbia Central University's Facebook page Columbia Central University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Columbia Central University's X (formerly Twitter) page Columbia Central University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Columbia Central University's YouTube channel Columbia Central University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Columbia Central University's Instagram page Columbia Central University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Columbia Central University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

Columbia Central University's official TikTok channel

Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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Wikipedia

Wikipedia Article Wikipedia Article

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