Master of Architecture and M.S. in Urban Planning
at Columbia University, New York

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Master of Architecture and M.S. in Urban Planning
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Columbia University
Overview

Offered at the PG level of study by the Columbia University, Master of Architecture and M.S. in Urban Planning is one of the top picks among international students around the globe.

Overseas students can pursue this course over a period of 4 years. Additionally, candidates must meet the minimum score requirements for aptitude test and English proficiency exams such as TOEFL for admissions to the university for Master of Architecture and M.S. in Urban Planning. Also, they must submit all the required documents.

When it comes to the expenses of studying this program, the cost is bifurcated into two parts – annual tuition cost and the cost of living. The annual Columbia University fee for Master of Architecture and M.S. in Urban Planning is around USD 61,080. Note that this amount is exclusive of housing, food, transportation, books and supplies, and other miscellaneous expenses.

Duration	4 years
Tuition & Fees	₹54.20 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time

Master of Architecture and M.S. in Urban Planning

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Master of Architecture and M.S. in Urban Planning
at
Columbia University
Fees

The first-year Columbia University fees for Master of Architecture and M.S. in Urban Planning is around USD 61,080.

However, it varies as per the lifestyle of students.

For a detailed breakdown of the cost of attending the university for Master of Architecture and M.S. in Urban Planning, check out the below table:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 54,19,629

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 88.73 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 20ᵗʰ December 2024

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Master of Architecture and M.S. in Urban Planning
at
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Entry Requirements

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All applicants must have an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university by the time they start the M.ARCH program.

All applicants must have fulfilled a minimum of 45 credit hours of general studies in the arts, humanities and/or science at their undergraduate institution.

History/Theory Course Sequence: All applicants must have completed a 3-point survey course in architectural history at an accredited college or university dealing with any of the following periods: classical to Renaissance, Renaissance to modern, or modern.

Building Technologies Course Sequence: All applicants must have completed a 3-point course in general physics or two 3-point calculus courses at an accredited college or university.

Applicants who have no prior background in architecture must complete a course in architectural graphic presentation (this could be one term of architectural studio or a studio in the visual arts such as drawing, painting, or sculpture).
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Master of Architecture and M.S. in Urban Planning
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Columbia University
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#16	Architecture and Built Environment QS, 2025

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Master of Architecture and M.S. in Urban Planning
at
Columbia University
Placements

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Internship Available	Yes

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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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Master of Architecture and M.S. in Urban Planning
at
Columbia University
Highlights

Master of Architecture and M.S. in Urban Planning is offered by Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation under Columbia University, USA.
This a Masters level program of a course duration of 4 Years.
Download the brochure to read more details of this course.