BA in Economics
at Columbia University, New York

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BA in Economics
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Overview

Columbia University is one of the finest universities in USA. Columbia University provides BA in Economics at UG level. The duration of this course is 4 years. This course attracts students from all over the world. To enrol in this course, international students must fulfil all the admission requirements. The admission requirement at the Columbia University include standardized tests like IELTS, TOEFL and Duolingo. The first year tuition fees Columbia University for BA in Economics is USD 68,000. Moreover, the students must be ready for other expenses such as rent, hostel fees, food, books, supplies, utilities, etc. The average cost of living at Columbia University is USD 17,274.

Duration	4 years
Tuition & Fees	₹62.22 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	UG Degree

BA in Economics

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BA in Economics
at
Columbia University
Fees

To get admission in BA in Economics at Columbia University students need to cover tuition fees and living costs. The fee structure varies based on whether the student is domestic or international. For international students the tuition fee for the first year is USD 68,000. In addition to this students should budget for

Other living expenses
including
housing
food
transportation
books and personal expenses

These costs can differ based on lifestyle and personal choices. According to the data available the average Columbia University cost of living for international students is USD 17,274. Students can plan their stay accordingly. Since the cost of living varies from student to student it’s important to plan accordingly. For a breakdown of the Columbia University BA in Economics fees refer to the table mentioned below.

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 62,21,974

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 13,55,764
Insurance	INR 4,39,360

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 88.67 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 26ᵗʰ August 2025

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BA in Economics
at
Columbia University
Entry Requirements

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No specific cutoff mentioned
Applicant must have passed high school

Columbia College has no explicit number of unit requirements for admission. Still, applicants must present evidence that they are prepared for college work in the humanities, mathematics, social sciences, foreign languages, and natural sciences. Accordingly, Columbia College strongly recommends the following secondary school preparation:

Four years of English literature and composition

Four years of mathematics—unless you have already completed what is available at your school

Three to four years of history and/or social studies

Three to four years of laboratory science

Three to four years of one world language (ancient or modern) taken during high school
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BA in Economics
at
Columbia University
Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#20	University THE (Times Higher Education), 2026
#38	World University QS, 2026
#8	Universities ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2025

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BA in Economics
at
Columbia University
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2025)
Internship Available	Yes

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Columbia University
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.8/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

67% students never faced discrimination in this university

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Multi-dimensional

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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.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1500

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 150000

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2024Read more

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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.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2300

Prepping time for classes27 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 87000

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.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2125

Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 80575

Reviewed on 28 Sep 2025Read more

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BA in Economics
at
Columbia University
Highlights

BA in Economics 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 Economics
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Columbia University

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