Columbia College is a private, liberal arts and science college offering associate and bachelor's degrees at 34 campuses nationwide. Columbia College - Coast Guard Island primarily serves military personnel and their families. With 18 campuses on military bases, Columbia College courses are taught in eight-week sessions in the evening. Sessions begin in August, October, January, March and June. There are no admissions tests or pre-admittance interviews. Columbia College-Coast Guard Island's degree programs include general studies, business administration, criminal justice and psychology.