MS in Computer Science 

at Columbia University, New York

Columbia University ask for a GPA of 4 or above from Indian students. Students should fulfill the basic qualification and submit all the documents like ACT or SAT scores, transcripts, English language requirements, and more to increase the chances.

New York University and Columbia University are one of the best universitues in the world. The universitys are the bets in the city of New York. However, while they share a great reputation, there are subtle differences between the two universities. The below table compares the rankings, fees and acceptance rate of NYU and Columbia. Overall this information could be useful for students who are considering them.

Here is the comparison highlighting the differences between the Universities:

(The comparison of fees was between the BTech course for UG and the MBA course for PG)

Columbia University offer various programs for Indian students. Some most chosen programs are History, Economics, Political Science, Data Science, Architecture, Film Studies, and more. The tuition cost is between INR 53L-INR 62L for UG and INR 21L-INR 1.23 Cr for PG.

The University of British Columbia is one of the top universities in Canada and the world. The university is consistently ranked among the top 50 universities globally. The UBC QS ranking in 2024 is #34 globally. Meanwhile, the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2024 ranked the University of British Columbia #41 in the world.

It depens on various factors, including the overall cost, accommodation facilities, location, tuition fees, faculty reputation, programme availability, individual preference, and more.

Columbia is far better than NYU, students can still go to NYU for the culture they are looking for or any other factors discussed above. The Columbia University ranked #13 among national universities, where NYU stands at #30.

Median salary of Columbia SIPA graduates varies with different industries they are employed in. Figure for those employed in Private sector is USD 102,000 (INR 91.27 L), for Non Profit sector employees is USD 82,000 (INR 73.37 L), while that of Public sector employees is USD 73,000 (INR 65.32 L). 

Conversion rate: 1 USD = INR 89.48

According to latest employment data of total members of Class of 2024, percentage of students to get employment or looking at pursuing higher studies is around 87.4%. University's status is one of best employing institutions in the US & worldwide.

The Columbia School of International & Public Affairs is known for offering a range of PG programs focusing on public policy to its domestic & international student body.

Listed below are some of the prominent courses offered by the institute:

·      MPA in Environmental Science & Policy

·      MPA in Global Leadership

·      Executive MPA

·      MPA in Development Practice

·      MPA in Economic Policy Management

Getting into Columbia can be hard but as an Indian student you can get in if you follow some basic steps of the Columbia University application process, take a look - 

• First things first, start by registering yourself on the application portal
• Then, you would have to put your personal details and a really good essay on why Columbia?  
• Now, upload all the required documents and pay the Columbia application fee 
• At the last, all you can do is wait for a decision from the uni.