Top Ranked Programs
Columbia International University's program mix centers on theology, biblical studies, and religious education—a portfolio shaped by the institution's identity as a Christian liberal arts university. Business Administration is the largest program with 38 graduates, followed by Bible/Biblical Studies with 32 graduates, General Studies with 23 graduates, Teacher Education with 14 graduates, and Psychology, General with 13 graduates. Across 11 total programs, 0 meet Azimuth's ranking threshold. The highest-earning programs reflect the institution's curricular strengths in applied religious and professional fields. Teacher Education graduates earn median earnings of $43,210 four years after enrollment, while Business Administration graduates earn $40,432 and Bible/Biblical Studies graduates earn $38,117. These outcomes reflect the career trajectories of students entering ministry, nonprofit leadership, and faith-based organizational roles—pathways where four-year earnings capture direct workforce entry rather than graduate-degree-dependent trajectories. The program distribution—with Business representing 22% of graduates and Education representing 9%—underscores Columbia International University's positioning as a faith-formation institution serving students called to religious vocations and Christian service leadership. The [supply and demand for college graduates](/analysis/supply-demand-map-college-degrees/) provides context for how these specialized program families align with the nonprofit and faith-sector labor markets where most graduates pursue careers.