Doctor of Medicine (MD)
at Columbia University, New York

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Doctor of Medicine (MD)
at
Columbia University
Overview

The Columbia University Doctor of Medicine (MD) program at PG level as 4 years course. It is among the top-ranked courses offered by the university.

International students are required to submit scores of IELTS, TOEFL, GMAT and GRE to be eligible to get selected into the university. Additionally, they must provide all the necessary documents as part of the admission process.

The Columbia University Tuition fees for Doctor of Medicine (MD) is USD 45,520 for 1st year. Along with tuition fees, the students are also required to manage livings expenses as well. The average Columbia University cost of living is USD 11,130 for international students.

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Course Level	PG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

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Entry Requirements
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Doctor of Medicine (MD)
at
Columbia University
Fees

The total cost of Columbia University Doctor of Medicine (MD) is inclusive of the first-year tuition fees and living cost. The first-year tuition fees of Doctor of Medicine (MD) is USD 45,520. Besides the tuition fees, other expenses that a student must be aware of is the cost of living which can be around USD 11,130. It is to be noted that the total cost to study this course may vary as per the additional expenses applied by the university and as per the students’ lifestyle.

Given below is the table that lays out the Columbia University Doctor of Medicine (MD) fee breakup:

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 15,67,859
Insurance	INR 4,02,923

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

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Doctor of Medicine (MD)
at
Columbia University
Curriculum

Latest curriculum for Doctor of Medicine (MD) at Columbia University can be downloaded from the below link. The curriculum PDF has semester wise course structure, electives and detailed course content. You can also check course curriculum of other specializations offered in MD at Columbia University

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Doctor of Medicine (MD)
at
Columbia University
Entry Requirements

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CGPA - 3.52/4
Minimum required CGPA 3.52-4.0

Prerequisites subject

Biochemistry- one semester, lab recommended but not required

Biology- two semesters with labs

General Chemistry- two semesters with labs

Organic Chemistry- two semesters with labs

English- two semesters

Physics- two semesters with one semester of the lab
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Doctor of Medicine (MD)
at
Columbia University
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

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Applicants submit three letters of recommendation
- The University Admissions Committee requires three letters of recommendation and accepts up to seven. One must come from a science faculty member, teacher, or research mentor. Letters from people who do not personally know the applicants cannot be given serious consideration.

Applicants are required to submit a Curriculum vitae/resume

Step two

Additional documents required

Copy of academic transcripts
Copy of passport
Proof of English language proficiency

Step three

Start your online application

https://www.vagelos.columbia.edu/education/academic-programs/md-program/admissions/apply-md-program

Step four

Application fees for this course

CAD 110 = INR 7.06 Thousand

Mode of payment: Credit card

Students are allowed to pay their tuition fees in installments

Doctor of Medicine (MD)
at
Columbia University
Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#38	World University QS, 2026
#8	Universities ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2025
#10	Global Universities US News & World Report, 2025

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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

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Liberal

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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Doctor of Medicine (MD)
at
Columbia University
Highlights

The Columbia MD curriculum combines basic science and clinical medicine with humanism and professionalism.
The curriculum is designed to prepare students to question data and discover new insights in medicine; to teach patients, students, and residents; and to provide the highest quality of equitable patient care, modeling the very best of humanism and professionalism.