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Columbia University admissions are taken on a rolling basis and are done in three intakes; Fall, Spring, and Summer. For Columbia University application deadline, students must apply within the application deadlines listed below:

UG:

Nov 1, 2024 (Early), Jan 1, 2025 (Regular)

PG:

Fall: Mar 1, 2025 (Early), Mar 15, 2025 (Regular)

Spring: Oct 1, 2025 (Tentative Early action), Nov 1, 2024 (Regular)

Columbia University Courses and Fees

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
M.A.(140 courses)
INR 20 L - 73 L
Duration9 months-5 years
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 100 - 114, GRE, IELTS: 7 - 8
MS(56 courses)
INR 28 L - 1 Cr
Duration9 months-3 years
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 99 - 114, GRE, IELTS: 6.5 - 7.5
MBA/PGDM(20 courses)
INR 44 L - 78 L
Duration9 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 99 - 114, GRE, IELTS: 7 & Above
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Q:   What are the requirements to get into Columbia University?

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Students with less than twenty-four post-high school earned college credits are considered freshmen applicants. International students must complete the admission procedure and meet the requirements to get into Columbia College of Columbia University for undergraduate study:

  • Cumulative high school GPA on a 4.0 scale

  • 21 ACT or 1060 SAT score or rank in the top half of their graduating class

Q:   What is the fees of Columbia University in rupees?

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Columbia University is a private Ivy League university. Columbia University fees for Indian students depends on the type of courses and level of study. Listed below is the estimated tuition cost in rupees for some popular Columbia University courses:

Courses1st Year Tuition Fees
MS (56 courses)
INR 27 L - 76 L
M.A. (140 courses)
INR 20 L - 73 L
MBA/PGDM (19 courses)
INR 44 L - 76 L
MIM (18 courses)
INR 44 L - 76 L
B.A. (56 courses)
INR 50 L - 52 L
B.Sc. (20 courses)
INR 50 L - 52 L
B.E. / B.Tech (14 courses)
INR 50 L - 52 L
Others PG (28 courses)
INR 27 L - 88 L
MPH (7 courses)
INR 23 L - 52 L
M.Arch (6 courses)
INR 51 L - 81 L

 

Q:   Is it hard to get into Columbia University?

A: 

Yes, it is hard to get into Columbia University because of its low acceptance rate. Columbia College and The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science accept only 2,246 applications out of 57,129 applications for Columbia Undergraduate admission to the Class of 2027. This indicated that Columbia University admissions are competitive for international students. This year, the Columbia admission rate was just 3.9 percent.

Q:   What is it like to attend Columbia University?

A: 

Columbia University is one of the best universities in USA and students across the world desire to study here. Attending the university is an experience worth cherishing as per the Columbia University reviews. It is a very competitive school full of extremely intelligent, driven and ambitious students. Studying here makes students come out of their comfort zone and push themselves beyond their limit. Students are exposed to a wide range of concepts, ideas, people, and cultures and this alters their perspective on certain issues. Also, people get to make a lot of global friends. When it comes to academics, Columbia offers a very unique and world-class curriculum for their audience. Additionally, the University of Columbia is extremely beautiful and students get to participate in a variety of activities outside class, such as joining clubs, events and more.

Q:   Has any Indian graduated from Columbia University?

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Yes,  Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar and Sara Ali Khan are two popular Indian alumni members of the Columbia University.

Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar was an Indian Jurist, Economist, Social Reformer and Political Leader. He was the head of the committee drafting the Constitution of India from the Constituent Assembly debates. He also served as Law and Justice minister in the first cabinet of Jawaharlal Nehru, and inspired the Dalit Buddhist movement after renouncing Hinduism.

Sara Ali Khan Pataudi is an Indian actress who works in Bollywood movies. She pursued a degree in History and Political Science at the Columbia University.

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Q:   What are the top 5 majors at Columbia University?

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Below are the top 5 majors at Columbia University:

Q:   Is Columbia University good for MBA?

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Yes, it is a good choice for international students to study Columbia University MBA in the USA because of its high ranking in the world. Columbia ranks among the top 10 MBA universities in the world since 2021. According to QS MBA Ranking 2023, the university ranks 8th in the world and 5th in the USA for business studies.

Columbia Business School

Statistics

Students enrolled

2,472

International Student %

39.4%

Alumni

49,308

Graduate Employed

95% (within first three months)

Countries Represented

123

Q:   What is unique about Columbia MBA?

A: 

Master of Business Administration (MBA) is one of the most popular courses offered by Columbia Uni and students across the globe desire to pursue this course. Mentioned below are some interesting facts of the Columbia University MBA course:

  • MBA course stands in the top 10 business schools across the world.
  • Median salary of an MBA graduate of Columbia University is USD 175,000 per year.
  • Columbia Business School (CBS) is about 12 km from New York City which paves the way for students to have one of the best job opportunities in the world. New York City is known as "door to success"
  • Columbia University MBA is in seventh position in Forbes’ list of Best US Business Schools and sixth in US News’ Best Business School (US) list.
  • Its core structure consists of two full-term courses and eight half-term courses, forming the foundational experience for its students. This core curriculum is designed to help students with a deep understanding of essential academic disciplines and practical skills for success in the competitive business world. 

Q:   What is Columbia University known for academically?

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Columbia University offers a number of undergraduate and graduate programs to international students. Columbia University offers more than 100+ degree programs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels across a wide range of subjects. The university has three undergraduate schools, thirteen graduate and professional schools, a world-renowned medical centre, four affiliated colleges and more than one hundred research centres.

Q:   What is the Columbia University application fee?

A: 

While applying for Columbia University admissions, all international students are required to pay the Columbia University application fee. For Indian students, the payable amount is USD 85 (INR 7 K). International students must note that this fee non-refundable fee and the university will not refund it under any circumstances. However, applicants may qualify for a fee waiver at the time of application.

 Conversion Rate: 1 USD = INR 83.31

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#7 US News
27.51 L - 1.01 Cr
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Columbia University
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.6/5
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Vibe of Campus
  • Multi-dimensional
  • Friendly
  • Academically oriented
Student Views
  • 100% students never faced discrimination in this university
Internships4
Part time work5
Post study jobs5
Quality of faculty5
Student Life5
Value for money4
Public transportation5
Safety5
Indian Food4
Permanent Immigration4
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MS in Computer Science - Batch of 2024
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.
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FAQs

Q:   What is the Columbia University cost of living for international students?

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Undergraduate students at Columbia University have access to five residential halls, namely Carman Hall, Furnald Hall, Hartley Hall, John Jay Hall, and Wallach Hall. International students at Columbia University are provided with four years of undergraduate housing. Currently, about 90% of students opt to live on campus. Some of the on-campus features include dining halls, hangouts, late-night spots, and campus cafés.

Given below is the breakdown of the expenses of attending the Columbia University:

ExpensesCost of Living (2024-2025)Cost of Living in INR
Housing & FoodUSD 17,580INR 14.7 L
Books, Personal Expenses & TransportationsUSD 3,992INR 3.3 L
TOTALUSD 21,572INR 18 L

Conversion Rate: 1 USD = INR 83.96

Q:   How much does MS in Columbia University cost?

A: 

Below is the cost of living at Columbia University. However, the cost of living might vary as it totally depends on the individual and their spending. However, check out the below table: 

1st year tuition fees

Fees components

Amount

Tuition & fees

INR 49,00,759

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components

Amount

Insurance

INR 3,76,631

Transportation

INR 94,800

Application Fee

INR 7,050

Total

INR 4,78,481

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 82.94

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