The Student Affairs Division maintains a current referral network of Christian counseling professionals and services available to CIU students in the greater Columbia area. Food service at CIU is provided through Pioneer College Caterers. Pioneer offers on-campus students the option of three meal plans each semester. A weekly plan is available during Winterim and the Summer Studies Program. Off-campus students and guests may purchase meals throughout the week during any regular academic semester.
Students are responsible for the cost of medicines, physician's fees, and hospital charges.
A group insurance plan with hospital and medical benefits is required of all students not covered by another plan. Single men and women normally room and board on campus. Students soon discover this life with peers from various backgrounds has high potential for personal and interpersonal development. Air-conditioned rooms are furnished with beds, desks, chairs, closets and sinks. Students provide blankets, pillows, linens, and curtains.