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Columbia University - New York

New York City, New York

USA

iSC Global Rank:

8

School:

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About

Established in 1754, Columbia University is a private Ivy League research university and has an academic community of over 40,000 students. It offers distinctive degrees for undergraduates and graduate students in many scholarly and professional fields and ranks among the top 20 universities in the world according to QS Rankings. 

Columbia University is organized into twenty schools, including 16 graduate and four undergraduate schools. Some of the most popular majors at Columbia University are Engineering, Social Sciences, Computer and Information Sciences, Mathematics, English and Literature, Visual and Performing Arts, and Foreign Languages. The university is home to a vibrant community of students and faculty coming together from all walks of life.  

Columbia University is also known for being one of the best research centers in the world. Located in New York, USA, it has two facilities outside Manhattan. Nevis Laboratories, established in 1947, is Columbia's primary center for studying high-energy experimental particles and nuclear physics. Located in Irvington, New York, it sits on a 60-acre estate originally owned by the son of Alexander Hamilton. The second facility–Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory–is located on a high, forested bluff in the Palisades overseeing the Hudson River.

Some notable alumni of Columbia University are Alexander Hamilton (Founding Father of the US), Theodore Roosevelt (26th US President), Franklin Roosevelt (32nd US President) and Jake Gyllenhaal (Actor). In addition to this, more than 80 faculty members and alumni of Columbia University have won the prestigious Nobel Prize. 

Ranking & Accolades

8

iSC Global

Regional

6

iSC Regional

U.S. News

6

U.S. News

QS

19

QS

Times

11

Times

    1. Columbia University is ranked "#19" in "Top Universities" by "QS World University Rankings."
    2. Columbia University ranks "#17" in "World University Rankings" by "Times Higher Education."
    3. It is placed "#7" in "University Rankings- ARWU" by "Shanghai Ranking 2020."
    4. Columbia University ranks "#3" in National University Ranking and "#6" in "Global Universities" by "U.S. News & World Report.”

Admission

Here's what Columbia University looks for in a student during the selection process. Learn about Columbia University's admission criteria, rate, and requirements below.

Acceptance Rate7 %

Undergraduate

Application Fee

85 USD

Minimum GPA

3

SAT Range

700

ACT Range

29

IELTS Range

7

TOEFL Range

600 (pBT) , 100 (iBT)

PTE Range

-

Graduate

Application Fee

85 USD

Minimum GPA

3

GRE Range

-

GMAT Range

-

IELTS Range

8

TOEFL Range

627 (pBT)

PTE Range

68

Courses

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Accounting

Doctorate

Degree

4 years

Tenure

-

Tuition Fee

Accounting and Fundamental Analysis

Masters

Degree

2 years

Tenure

49,580 USD

Tuition Fee

Actuarial Sciences

Masters

Degree

2 years

Tenure

87,408 USD

Tuition Fee

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Doctorate

Degree

2 years

Tenure

-

Tuition Fee

Fees

The cost is an important aspect of choosing your dream college. Get detailed information about Columbia University’s tuition fees, living expenses, and financial aid opportunities below. 

Note: All the costs mentioned below are average costs annually

Undergraduate

Tuition Fee

61,850 USD

Cost of Attendance

80,994 USD

Scholarships

49,185 USD

Accomodation

13,644 USD

Graduate

Tuition Fee

58,772 USD

Cost of Attendance

83,793 USD

Scholarships

49,185 USD

Accomodation

18,252 USD

Highlights

Find miscellaneous information about students, campus, and faculty of Columbia University below.

Total Students

30454

International Students

37%

Student Gender Distribution

Male

Male

51%

Female

Female

49%

Student Faculty Ratio

Students

6

:

Faculty

01

Graduation Rate

96 %

Avg. Earning after Graduation (annually)

78,900 USD

Accomodation for Undergrad

Available (On-Campus)

Accomodation for Grad

Available (On-Campus)

Saudi Arabian Ministry of Education

Approved

Additional Info

Columbia University is home to Low Memorial Library, a historical landmark where the invention of FM took place. It is also the location where the nuclear fission of uranium first took place.

Application Process

Online

International Email

ugrad-ask@columbia.edu

International Phone

+1 2128541754

Website

https://www.columbia.edu/

Location

Frequently Asked Questions

Most asked questions related to the university

How can I avail a scholarship at Columbia University?
Admitted students may apply for need-based scholarships through Columbia University’s official website. There is no set limit to how many students will receive these scholarships since need assessment includes consideration of all resources, including the university’s budget and particular donor preferences. Admitted students can also apply for merit-based awards at the university.
Is there any fee waiver?

Fee waivers are available to full-time students, members of the Peace Corps or Teach For All network partners and active-duty military personnel.

How long does it take to get a response from Columbia University?

After the application process, a decision is expected to be made in six to eight weeks after the application was submitted. The decision time may vary depending on several factors.

Will I qualify for admission with a 3-year undergraduate program?

Columbia University accepts applications from candidates with a three-year undergraduate degree and reviews them on a case-by-case basis.

Is attendance mandatory at Columbia University?

Students are expected to attend classes and laboratory periods regularly. Instructors may consider attendance in assessing a student's performance, which will directly affect their course credits.

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Columbia University is a private Ivy League research university in Upper Manhattan, New York City. As an Ivy League University, Columbia ranks within the top 20 universities both nationally and internationally. Columbia University admissions are more selective with an acceptance rate of 6%. Though Columbia University does not specify any requirement for admission, the higher GPA acts like a saviour. The average GPA at Columbia University is 4.12, which makes Columbia University Extremely Competitive. A minimum IELTS score of 7 is expected for English proficiency tests such as IELTS.

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Columbia University is ranked 3rd overall among U.S. national universities and 7th globally for 2020 by "U.S. News & World Report."

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The average Columbia University tuition fee is-
Average tuition: $61,850
But it will change depending on which course and which degree you want to pursue

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Some master's courses at Columbia University include:

MBA MS in Computer Science MS in Business Analytics Master of Science in Marketing Science Master of Architecture

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Columbia University-Fee bachelors degreehow to choose a university

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Columbia University is an excellent university and has an acceptance rate of 6%. You need an ACT score between 33 and 35 and an SAT score between 1470-1570.

Your cost of attendance is based on your financial aid enrollment status and is constructed to allow you a reasonable cost of living.

Undergraduate cost of attendance-

Tuition- $13,305
Estimated Fees- $807-$1,073
Books and Supplies- $800
Personal costs (can vary)- $1,003
Transportation-$425
Loan Fees- $40
Total- $16,646

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