MS in Advanced Architectural Design
at Columbia University, New York

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MS in Advanced Architectural Design
at
Columbia University
Overview

A 1 year long MS in Advanced Architectural Design is offered by Columbia University at PG level.

The course admission process requires students to submit a valid score in exams such as IELTS and TOEFL.

Additionally, to know general details about the course, the students must also know the cost of attendance. For the first-year, Columbia University tuition fees for MS in Advanced Architectural Design is USD 97,650. On top of this, the students are required to bear the cost of living expenses.

Duration	16 months Get Curriculum
Tuition & Fees	₹93.67 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree

MS in Advanced Architectural Design

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Overview
Fees
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Entry Requirements
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MS in Advanced Architectural Design
at
Columbia University
Fees

The Columbia University fee structure for a MS in Advanced Architectural Design includes the mandatory payment of the first-year tuition fee. Apart from the tuition costs, students must also plan for some additional costs associated with living in USA, including rent, utilities, food, health insurance and some other expenses. The overall expenses may vary based on the standard of living students opt for and some additional charges asked by the Columbia University. The overall first year tuition fee for a MS in Advanced Architectural Design is around USD 97,650.

For more info regarding the fee breakup for a MS in Advanced Architectural Design from Columbia University, refer the table below:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 93,67,226

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 15,67,859
Insurance	INR 5,12,238

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 88.73 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 30ᵗʰ August 2025

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MS in Advanced Architectural Design
at
Columbia University
Curriculum

For a more in-depth look at the MS in Advanced Architectural Design program at Columbia University, click the green button below. The curriculum PDF provides a detailed information regarding several key points associated with the program including the total no. of subjects, electives available to studentsand some other course related content. A semester wise breakdown of the overall course structure is also included as part of the PDF.

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MS in Advanced Architectural Design
at
Columbia University
Entry Requirements

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All applicants must have a first professional degree, B.Arch, M.Arch, or equivalent degree (5 years, eligible for licensure)

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MS in Advanced Architectural Design
at
Columbia University
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#16	Architecture and Built Environment QS, 2025

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MS in Advanced Architectural Design
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

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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MS in Advanced Architectural Design
at
Columbia University
Highlights

MS in Advanced Architectural Design is offered by Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation under Columbia University, USA.
This a Masters level program of a course duration of 1 Years.
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MS in Advanced Architectural Design
at
Columbia University

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