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Columbia Central University

country rank  29
world rank  10985

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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. 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 Ratenot available

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym CCU
Founded 1966
Motto
Colours
Mascot
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 (787) 743 4041
Columbia Central University Fax Number
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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 Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Columbia Central University 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.



Columbia Central University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Columbia Central University's areas of study and degree levels currently offered. The above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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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 Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Columbia Central University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees 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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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Columbia Central University's yearly tuition fees, which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e., face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

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

Columbia Central University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Columbia Central University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a non-selective open admission policy.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is not available.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


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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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Columbia Central University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate. The above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

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

Columbia Central University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.


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

This institution's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


Columbia Central University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Columbia Central University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution 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 academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into three main terms, or trimesters, each typically lasting about 12 to 14 weeks, separated by two short breaks and one longer break.


Columbia Central University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Columbia Central University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


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


Columbia Central University's Library University Library

Yes 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


Columbia Central University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University 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

Yes

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

Yes


Columbia Central University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Columbia Central University's facilities and services. The information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

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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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Columbia Central University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

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 divisions and a more streamlined 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

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form to submit a list of Columbia Central University's official first-level academic divisions. If you are an official representative you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE UNIVERSITY).



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 for some of Columbia Central University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

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X X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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Instagram Instagram

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

Columbia Central University's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

Columbia Central University's official TikTok channel


Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


Wikipedia

Wikipedia Article Wikipedia Article

Not available; please submit an official Wikipedia article, preferably in English, about this institution.

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