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- School Code: 342900
- Phone: (843) 383-8000
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
47.92%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
15:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
6FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$13,909Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Youth Ministry Courses
The world of Youth Ministry is an area of emphasis defined as an age-specific religious ministry that provides support, ministry, and spiritual guidance to young adults, adolescents, and children. From an academic standpoint, Youth ministry is a defined faith group or religious organization designed to minister and engage with the youth in a community and to youth that attend a specific place of worship. Get more details below including other South Carolina colleges that offer youth ministry courses.
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Columbia International University (Coker)
300 E College Ave, Hartsville, SC
Columbia International University is a nonprofit private institution that has a large selection of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Columbia, SC, in a predominantly urban area. Enrollment at Columbia International University is nearly 1,200 annually.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Columbia International University offers:
- Theology And Religious Vocations
- Psychology
- Education
- Interdisciplinary Studies
Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1510 - 1810 on the SAT and between 20 - 26 on the ACT is common among students admitted to this school. This school admits approximately 70 percent of applicants yearly. Of those admitted, around 50 percent attended the school. More information on admissions can be found at ciu.edu.
The cost of tuition is nearly $20,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to understand their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.
Students may visit the school's http://www.ciu.edu to see additional information.
Students Enrolled in the Youth Ministry Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Coker has offered the following academic levels for students:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
Graduates | |
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Bachelor's Degree | 11 |
Master's Degree | 1 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 8 |
Female | 4 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Asian | 1 |
Black | 1 |
White | 10 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Youth Ministry program at Columbia International University, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:Clergy
Description
Conduct religious worship and perform other spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denomination. Provide spiritual and moral guidance and assistance to members.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, clergy employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.6% from 2014 to 2024
Directors, Religious Activities and Education
Description
Plan, direct, or coordinate programs designed to promote the religious education or activities of a denominational group. May provide counseling and guidance relative to marital, health, financial, and religious problems.
Career Outlook & Projections (
)
According to the BLS, directors, religious activities and education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 4.3% from 2014 to 2024
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the students Coker accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Columbia International University may offer services like those listed below:- Online classes
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Assistance to find work
Intercollegiate Athletics
Columbia International University is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Appalachian Athletic Conference)
- Track and Field (Appalachian Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball