Columbia University
New York, New York
Located in Morningside Heights, Manhattan, Columbia has the famous Core Curriculum and strong programs in journalism, international affairs, and engineering. It also operates the affiliated Barnard College.
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Location
New York, New York
Established
1754
Degree levels
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, Professional
Instruction
English-taught
Rankings
Rankings are published annually by their respective organisations and change every year. Confirm the current-year position on the official ranking website before relying on it.
How to apply
Common App / Coalition App / QuestBridge
Region
United States →Admission tests
Popular fields of study
Source: Columbia University official website. Details here are for guidance only — tuition, deadlines, rankings and eligibility change every academic year, so confirm on the official university site before applying.
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