Columbus
is proud of its quality education. We offer a diverse choice, from
kindergarten through the master's degree level through Central
Community College - Columbus Campus. (see the site below).
Bachelor degree completion is available through Wayne
State College, Concordia
University, Bellevue
University, and the University
of Nebraska at Kearney who bring their programs to
Columbus. Master degree programs are also available through the University
of Nebraska-Omaha and via distance education through
the University
of Nebraska - Lincoln.
ACT scores of Columbus students are
higher than the national average. According to 2007 statistics:
| ACT |
Composite |
| Columbus
Public |
22.5 |
| Columbus
Catholic |
24.6 |
| National
average |
21.1 |
We invite you to learn more about
our community's schools by visiting their home pages:
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Catholic Schools
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Lutheran Schools
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Christian Schools
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College
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Four, four-year institutions
are located within 75 miles of Columbus. They are:
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Lakeview Community
Schools
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Day Care and Pre Schools
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For a listing of local day care and
preschools, contact the Chamber office at (402) 564-2769.
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Other
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Educational
Service Unit No. 7, (402) 564-6885, is headquartered in
Columbus. They serve schools in seven counties with special
cooperative programs and services.
Sylvan Learning Center, 2620
23 Street - (402) 564-2862. Sylvan is the number one educational
and testing service for families, schools and industries. The
Columbus center serves students age four through adulthood.
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