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Actually affordable, 100% online degree programs.
When it comes to earning your degree, you shouldn't have to choose between quality and affordability. Columbia Southern University offers online degree programs that prioritize both, so you can focus on what matters — getting that degree. In fact, nearly 2/3 of our recent graduates finished their degrees with zero student loan debt and we’re ranked in the top 1% of schools for affordability.
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See your potential savings with CSU.
You know that every dollar counts. That's why we've created a cost comparison calculator that lets you see exactly how CSU's tuition stacks up against other online degree programs. In just a few clicks, you'll see for yourself how earning your degree with CSU can fit into your budget.
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Why CSU?
- Tuition ranked in the top 1% of schools for affordability
- Institutionally accredited by regional accreditor SACSCOC
- Nearly 2/3 of recent grads finished with zero student loan debt
- Even more savings available when you transfer in prior credits
- All course materials provided at no cost
- 24/7 course access and 11 start dates throughout the year

At CSU, we believe that your budget shouldn't hold you back from your dreams – that's why our affordable online programs put your degree within reach.
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Footnotes
- Data calculated from internal Columbia Southern University financial data, based on 65.1% with zero student loan debt from the graduating classes of 2021, 2022 and 2023. Back to Student Loan Debt
- Based on tuition and fees. According to College Scorecard's four-year distance-only U.S. colleges (Dec. 5, 2022) Back to Affordability
- Columbia Southern University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Back to Accreditation
- Amount of transfer credits is dependent upon transcript evaluation. Back to Transfer Credits