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Columbia College
Vienna, Virginia · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 8620 Westwood Center Drive, Vienna, VA 22182 · Phone: (703) 206-0508 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Columbia College is a private for-profit trade school in Vienna, Virginia, offering massage therapy and culinary & pastry programs, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Columbia College has an 80.0% completion rate, above the Virginia average of 57.1%, with median graduate debt of $7,940 and median earnings of $22,160 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance at Columbia College is $13,440, federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and 34.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massage therapists | $38,070 | $62,220 | $93,600 |
| Chefs and head cooks | $43,010 | $63,270 | $77,270 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Virginia (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 73 | $16,508 | $19,227 | not reported |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | Associate degree | 7 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Columbia College is a private for-profit trade and career school located in Vienna, Virginia. The campus is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation, and it participates in federal Title IV programs, meaning students can use FAFSA-based financial aid, including Pell Grants. The school's most-awarded programs are massage therapy (73 completions) and culinary & pastry arts (7 completions), for a total of 80 trade completers among an undergraduate enrollment of 151.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 80.0%, which is above the state average of 57.1%. Graduates carry a median debt of $7,940, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,160. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $13,440, and 34.1% of students receive Pell Grants. These figures come from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and reflect campus-wide outcomes rather than program-specific results.
Given its concentration in massage therapy and culinary programs, this campus may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training rather than a broad general-education path; program length details are not reported for this campus in federal data, so applicants should confirm scheduling and duration directly with the school. Prospective students can verify accreditation status through the Council on Occupational Education and review the underlying federal figures on the College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Columbia College offers massage therapy programs (73 completions) and culinary & pastry programs (7 completions), based on federal program completion data.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Columbia College is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its English language program is accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, the school participates in Title IV federal aid programs, so students can use FAFSA and Pell Grants. About 34.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 80.0%, which is above the Virginia state average of 57.1%, per federal data.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Graduates carry a median debt of $7,940, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $22,160, per federal Scorecard data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $13,440, according to federal data.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Columbia College is a private for-profit school; control type can affect cost structure and institutional funding, though federal aid still applies here since the school participates in Title IV.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (703) 206-0508 or via https://www.ccdc.edu/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review official outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?455983.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on massage therapy and culinary training suggests hands-on, career-focused instruction, though specific scheduling or adult-learner accommodations are not reported in federal data; contact the school to confirm fit.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school or check state licensing boards for massage therapy or culinary certification requirements.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Columbia College at (703) 206-0508 or through its website, https://www.ccdc.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with nearby schools is not reported for this campus in federal data; prospective students can use the College Scorecard to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across schools.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.