Credit for Credits

At Columbia College, we believe in honoring the educational investments you've already made. If you had to pause your academic pursuit with us in the past, your degree could be closer than you think. 

Eligible for an associate or bachelor's degree

If you have received a letter confirming your eligibility for an associate's or bachelor's degree, please complete and return the Graduation Application enclosed with your letter.

If you wish to participate in a commencement ceremony, please contact the main campus or Columbia College location of your choice for more information on the ceremony.

Close to qualifying for an associate or bachelor's degree

To discuss your options and to identify the classes you need to take to graduate, please contact your Columbia College location.

You have worked hard for this accomplishment, and we are excited to partner with you in completing your educational goals. Utilize those past efforts—you've earned it, now claim it!

because a future built by you is a future built for you.

Too many people have been made to feel that higher education isn’t a place for them— that it is someone else’s dream. But we change all that. With individualized attention and ongoing support, we help you write a new story for the future where you play the starring role.