BA in Computer Science
at Columbia University, New York

3.8 /5

(3 Reviews)

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#17 in Computer Science Engineering in USA

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BA in Computer Science
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Columbia University
Overview

The Columbia University BA in Computer Science course, recognized as a top course in the university with an aggregate ranking of #17 by Shiksha Popularity Ranking 2025. Students who are looking for admission, can complete their course within the duration of 4 years.

To enroll at the course, students are required to submit certain important documents which may vary on various factors including the country of origin, qualification and more. The documents required at the Columbia University for the BA in Computer Science include academic qualification, test scores, English language test results, interview, CV and others. The English language tests accepted at the university are IELTS. Students looking for admission are suggested to enroll as early as possible because the availability of the seats is limited.

The Columbia University tuition fees for the first-year international student is USD 60,098 for BA in Computer Science. However, other than tuition fee, students should also manage their budget for food, books, supplies, utilities, etc.

Duration	4 years
Tuition & Fees	₹53.32 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	UG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time

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BA in Computer Science
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Columbia University
Fees

The fee structure for the BA in Computer Science at the Columbia University covers the first-year tuition fees along with other additional charges, including the Books and supplies charges; facilities cost and many more offered by the Columbia University. Other than tuition costs, students need to pay living expenses that cover various factors like rent, food, transportation, utility, and other personal expenses. The total tuition fees for the first year of BA in Computer Science is USD 60,098.

Find more details about Columbia University BA in Computer Science on the fee breakup, from the table mentioned below.

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 53,32,496

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 88.73 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 10ᵗʰ July 2025

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BA in Computer Science
at
Columbia University
Entry Requirements

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Applicants should have passed high school.

Subject Requirements:

Four years of English literature and composition

Three to four years of mathematics

Three to four years of history and social studies

Three to four years of one foreign language (ancient or modern)

Three to four years of laboratory science
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BA in Computer Science
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Columbia University
Rankings

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University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#17	Best UG Biomedical Engineering Schools US News & World Report, 2026

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at
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Placements

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Internship Available	Yes

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Columbia University
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.8/5

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Student Views

67% students never faced discrimination in this university

Internships3.5

Part time work3.5

Post study jobs4

Quality of faculty5

Student Life3.5

Value for money2.5

Public transportation5

Safety4

Indian Food3.5

Permanent Immigration3.5

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MS in Computer Science - Batch of 2024

Offered by Columbia University

4.6

Columbia University: Fostering Brilliance and Innovation

Tips: Networking is the key. Make as many connections as possible. New York is an amazing place to be and make the most of it. There is a Shardarshish scholarship which waves 50% tuition fees and also numerous graduate research assistant roles available if interested.

Likes (Quality of faculty): The diversity of faculty is amazing with most of them graduating from the top universities. Their knowledge on the subject is remarkable and they challenge you to be better and work harder. They let you engage in projects and conduct many office hours for discussions

Dislikes (Internships): The coursework and the brand value added because of Columbia University is great which lands you in a good internship but there are comparatively fewer career fairs than other universities. The career advisors are super helpful in guiding and suggesting changes to resumes and cover letters.

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2024Read more

Anonymous

MS in Data Science - Batch of 2026

Offered by Columbia University

3.6

Columbia is an expensive school, and the competition is very fierce.

Tips: Be mentally prepared before coming, the scholarships are rare, you need to be best at what you do. The competition is fierce, and things are not so dreamy anymore in the USA. But if you are good at it, you can make it. I am satisfied, hopefully I will get a job, and it will be easier for me.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Mostly, the faculty are adjunct faculty, giving a more practical experience. The faculty is diverse and well-rounded, and the way things are done here is different from in India. They are more concerned with practicality than with theoretical knowledge, so you need to study and prepare on your own.

Dislikes (Value for money): Columbia is an expensive school, and the competition is very fierce. Off-campus jobs don't pay well compared to the living costs. There are better private schools that offer scholarships you can attend. Brand value still matters in today's world, though.

Reviewed on 1 May 2025Read more

Anonymous

Computer Science Master's Degree - Vision, Graphics, Interaction and Robotics - Batch of 2026

Offered by Columbia University

Ivy League Tag does not work anymore.

Tips: No overwhelming cultural shift that I have experienced as of now. I didn't get any scholarship, they pay you nothing, no on campus jobs and even if you get any, you'll be paid peanuts. You basically take a crore rupees loan, study and work like a machine and still end up with no internship call, no certainty about jobs.

Likes (Quality of faculty): Excellent faculty, coursework, teaching and most importantly research. But don't expect to get paid for your research. They won't pay you. They'll ask you to take it for credit. All professors are great researchers and top in their domain but not all are good teachers.

Dislikes (Value for money): It's very expensive with zero or very few on campus jobs paying you peanuts. No proper career fair for internships. Uncertainty of jobs, constantly changing government regulations, disregarding all the effort and money we put to study here. Disregard for your skill and knowledge.

Reviewed on 28 Sep 2025Read more

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BA in Computer Science
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Columbia University
Highlights

BA in Computer Science is offered by Columbia College under Columbia University, USA.
This a Bachelors level program of a course duration of 4 Years.
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BA in Computer Science
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