Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between selected colleges. Of the schools, 1 school was closed or not active. For the comparison, the schools are remained in the table. By school type, all 5 selected colleges are private. By school level, all 5 schools are 2-4 year institutions.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southside College of Health Sciences | Colonial Heights, VA | Private (not-for-profit), 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Associate |
| Bon Secours St Mary's Hospital School of Medical Imaging | Richmond, VA | Private (not-for-profit), 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Columbia College | Vienna, VA | Private (for-profit), 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | Certificate, Associate |
| Columbia College | Centreville, VA | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||
| Wave Leadership College | Virginia Beach, VA | Private (not-for-profit), 2-4 years | Associate's Degree | - |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of selected colleges is $9,940 for all undergraduate students. The following table compares key facts for each schools including acceptance rate, graduation rate, tuition, student to faculty ratio, and student population.
| Name | Tuition & Fees | Acceptance Rate | Graduation Rate | Student Faculty Ratio | Student Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southside College of Health Sciences | $8,210 | - | - | 4:1 | 103 |
| Bon Secours St Mary's Hospital School of Medical Imaging | $8,100 | - | - | 7:1 | 27 |
| Columbia College | $9,360 | - | 61% | 12:1 | 182 |
| Columbia College | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||
| Wave Leadership College | $8,390 | - | 83% | 2:1 | 33 |
| Average | $9,940 | - | 67.00% | 15.00:1 | 185 |