1923
Columbia, SC

School Details

Columbia International University is a private, not-for-profit institution rooted in Christian faith and service.  Take on a biblical worldview, applicable to ministry or the marketplace.  Take advantage of degree programs ranging from associate’s to doctorate degrees.  Join a faith-oriented community of students developing into leaders at CIU.

Online associate’s, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees are available to the nontraditional student.  This flexible format connects a global community of learners interested in pursuing professional goals while balancing other life commitments.  Online programs vary from human services to business, divinity, and more.  

Qualities of learning online with CIU:

  • 100% online
  • Online library resources
  • Learn skills directly applicable to careers

Accreditation & Licensing

Columbia International University is accredited by:

Association for Biblical Higher Education Commission on Accreditation (ABHE)

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

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Art & Liberal Arts

Associate of Arts in General Studies
Master of Arts in Global Migration Studies

Business

Associate of Arts in Business Administration
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Master of Business Administration / Finance
Master of Organizational Leadership

Education

Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership
Education Specialist in Educational Leadership
Master of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Master of Education in Educational Administration
Master of Education in Instruction & Learning

Healthcare

Master of Business Administration / Healthcare Administration

Religion & Philosophy

Doctor of Ministry
Doctor of Philosophy in Biblical Studies
Doctor of Philosophy in Intercultural Studies
Doctor of Philosophy in Practical Theology
Doctor of Philosophy in Theological Studies
Graduate Certificate in Bible & Theology
Graduate Certificate in Intercultural Studies
Graduate Certificate in Muslim-Christian Relations
Master of Arts in Bible Exposition
Master of Arts in Care & Counseling
Master of Arts in Chaplaincy
Master of Arts in Intercultural Studies
Master of Arts in Ministry Studies
Master of Arts in Muslim to Christian Relations
Master of Arts in Theological Studies
Master of Divinity