Universities and Colleges in Columbia

Columbia, the largest city in South Carolina, is known as the Capital of Southern Hospitality and home to the South Carolina State Fair. The city had a 2009 population of 129,333, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Residents and visitors explore the city's parks, including Finlay Park, an 18-acre park with beautiful views of downtown Columbia.

Columbia Colleges and Universities

The Greater Columbia area is home to six major colleges and universities, including the University of South Carolina. Other local colleges in Columbia include Allen University, Benedict College, and Columbia College. A number of online schools also have campuses in the city, including University of Phoenix, Strayer University, and South University.

Living and Working in Columbia, SC

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that workers in South Carolina earned mean annual wages of $39,020 in 2009, slightly lower than the national average of $43,460. However, that lower wage comes with a lower cost of living in the city: ACCRA …

Directory of Columbia Colleges & Universities

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