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Columbia University in the City of New York

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Overview

Founded in 1754, the Columbia University in the City of New York is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of New York City (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), New York. Officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Columbia University in the City of New York (CU) is a very large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Columbia University in the City of New York (CU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 271-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this US higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. CU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Columbia University in the City of New York's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Columbia University in the City of New York's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Columbia University in the City of New York' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large sized

Selectivity

Columbia University in the City of New York's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym CU
Founded 1754
Motto In lumine tuo videbimus lumen
In Thy light shall we see light (Psalms 36:9)
Colours Columbia blue and white
Mascot Roaree the Lion
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University Location

Address West 116 Street and Broadway
New York City
10027 New York
United States
Columbia University in the City of New York's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Columbia University in the City of New York Phone Number (212) 854 1754
Columbia University in the City of New York Fax Number (212) 854 9509
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Columbia University in the City of New York is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Columbia University in the City of New York's academic range and degree level offering.



Columbia University in the City of New York: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Columbia University in the City of New York's areas of study and degree levels currently offered. The above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Columbia University in the City of New York categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Columbia University in the City of New York.



Columbia University in the City of New York: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro)
International
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Columbia University in the City of New York's yearly tuition fees, which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e., face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Columbia University in the City of New York's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Columbia University in the City of New York's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 0-9% making it an extremely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is recommended
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are recommended
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Columbia University in the City of New York's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Columbia University in the City of New York's Admission Office Admission Office



(212) 854 2522


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Columbia University in the City of New York's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate. The above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Columbia University in the City of New York's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 30,000 to 34,999, making it a very large-sized institution.


Columbia University in the City of New York's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has an academic staff of more than 5,000 members.


Columbia University in the City of New York's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Columbia University in the City of New York's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Columbia University in the City of New York's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Columbia University in the City of New York's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Columbia University in the City of New York's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Columbia University in the City of New York is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Columbia University in the City of New York's Library University Library

Yes Visit Columbia University in the City of New York's Library
Columbia University in the City of New York's library has 12 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 10,966,064 physical volumes, 1,415,755 physical media and 1,767 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 401 full-time employees, including 157 librarians. Columbia University in the City of New York's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Columbia University in the City of New York's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Columbia University in City of New York provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 13,071 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Columbia University in the City of New York's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Columbia University in the City of New York's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Columbia University in the City of New York's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Columbia University in the City of New York's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Columbia University in the City of New York's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Columbia University in the City of New York's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Columbia University in the City of New York's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Columbia University in the City of New York's facilities and services. The information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Columbia University in the City of New York's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Columbia University in the City of New York is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1921


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Columbia University in the City of New York's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education
  • Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications
  • Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association
  • American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
  • American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
  • Association for Clinical Pastoral Education, Accreditation Commission
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education
  • Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Education Programs, Inc.
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation
  • Commission on English Language Program Accreditation
  • American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
  • Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs
  • Council on Education for Public Health
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Liaison Committee on Medical Education
  • National Association of School Psychologists
  • Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration, Commission on Peer Review and Accreditation
  • Planning Accreditation Board


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Columbia University in the City of New York as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Columbia University in the City of New York's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Associated Universities, Inc. (AUI)
  • Association of American Universities (AAU)
  • Ivy League
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Columbia University in the City of New York 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Columbia University in the City of New York's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


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LinkedIn LinkedIn

Columbia University in the City of New York's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


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