Since 1999
Today — Programs Offered
Offers six associate degree programs, four certificate programs, and English programs, including VESL and ESL.
Received CEA Accreditation
The Columbia College English as a Second Language Program is accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation (CEA) for the period August 2022 through August 2027 and agrees to uphold the CEA Standards for English Language Programs and Institutions. CEA is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency for English language programs and institutions in the U.S.
Current Location
Moved to its current location in Vienna, Virginia.
Veterans & International Students
The College was also approved by the State Department of Veterans Affairs to provide training for Veterans, giving members of the armed forces access to a quality education and resources to support their transition into the global workforce.
Federal Financial Aid
In May 2009, Columbia College was approved to participate in the Federal Student Financial Aid Programs (Title IV), enabling students to receive financial assistance to help finance their education.
Centreville Extension
Extension Site was opened in Centreville, Virginia in April 2008.
National Accreditation
Received its national accreditation from the Council on Occupational Education (COE) for the Certificate programs and Associate degree programs with the addition of Cosmetology and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL).
Extension Site Opened
Extension Site was opened in Silver Spring, Maryland.
Moved to Fairfax
Approved to offer associate degree programs in Business Administration, Computer Science, Cosmetology, Dental Laboratory Technology, Early Childhood Education, and Technical and Business English in 2005 by SCHEV.
Established in Manassas, Virginia
Approved by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) to offer certificates in Computer Basic, Culinary Arts, Dental Laboratory Technology, and English as a Second Language (ESL), and Massage Therapy programs.