Stories from students at Columbia University in the City of New York



Columbia University in the City of New York ๐บ๐ธ
New York-Northern New Jersey-Long Island, US
From Bahia to Sรฃo Paulo and now the Big Apple: My Path to Columbia University
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by Renzo from Brazil ๐ง๐ท



Columbia University in the City of New York ๐บ๐ธ
New York-Northern New Jersey-Long Island, US
From Thai High School to Columbia University Class of 2028 - My Application Experience

by Siwakorn from Thailand ๐น๐ญ



Columbia University in the City of New York ๐บ๐ธ
New York-Northern New Jersey-Long Island, US
How I got into Columbia University and became a John Jay Scholar with full financial aid
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by Parizoda from Uzbekistan ๐บ๐ฟ



Columbia University in the City of New York ๐บ๐ธ
New York-Northern New Jersey-Long Island, US
My journey from India to Columbia University and how I paid off my student debt in 10 months
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by Soundarya from India ๐ฎ๐ณ



Columbia University in the City of New York ๐บ๐ธ
New York-Northern New Jersey-Long Island, US
How I got accepted to Columbia University with 100% scholarship

by Yonara from Peru ๐ต๐ช



Columbia University in the City of New York ๐บ๐ธ
New York-Northern New Jersey-Long Island, US
PhD in Columbia University in New York after Bachelor in UPenn
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by n.lisenko from Uzbekistan ๐บ๐ฟ
Location & Campus
Gender Distribution
Fall 2023 undergraduate% of International Students
2023-2024 undergraduateColumbia University in the City of New York is located in Large City of New York-Northern New Jersey-Long Island, US๐บ๐ธ
Admissions
Deadlines
ย- Early DecisionFall 2025
- Regular DecisionFall 2025
Acceptance Rate
Fall 2023 undergraduateInternational
Overall
Overall ED
Test Scores SAT/ACT
Test Policy for Fall 2025: SAT/ACT Optional
SAT
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
Math
ACT
Composite
Relative Importance of Factors in Admission Decisions
Academic Factors
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Non-Academic Factors
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Level of applicantโs interest | โ |
Supplemental Essays
ยWhy are you interested in attending Columbia University? We encourage you to consider the aspect(s) that you find unique and compelling about Columbia. (150 words or fewer)
In college/university, students are often challenged in ways that they could not predict or anticipate. It is important to us, therefore, to understand an applicant's ability to navigate through adversity. Please describe a barrier or obstacle you have faced and discuss the personal qualities, skills or insights you have developed as a result. (150 words or fewer)
What attracts you to your preferred areas of study at Columbia Engineering? (150 words or fewer)
What attracts you to your preferred areas of study at Columbia College? (150 words or fewer)
A hallmark of the Columbia experience is being able to learn and thrive in an equitable and inclusive community with a wide range of perspectives. Tell us about an aspect of your own perspective, viewpoint or lived experience that is important to you, and describe how it has shaped the way you would learn from and contribute to Columbiaโs diverse and collaborative community. (150 words or fewer)
List a selection of texts, resources and outlets that have contributed to your intellectual development outside of academic courses, including but not limited to books, journals, websites, podcasts, essays, plays, presentations, videos, museums and other content that you enjoy. (100 words or fewer)
Costs & Aid
Estimated expenses | Academic year 2023-24 |
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Undergraduate tuition and fees | $68,171 |
Books and supplies | $1,392 |
On-campus housing | $16,800 |
On-campus other expenses | $2,350 |
Total | $88,713 |