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Columbia University in the City of New York

New York, NY · Private nonprofit · Large city · Website

Columbia University in the City of New York campus
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Admission rate
4.0%
Extremely selective
Average net price
$15,370
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
95%
Median earnings
$109,430
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Columbia University in the City of New York is a private nonprofit college in New York, NY with 8,973 undergraduates. It admits 4.0% of applicants, and admitted students average 1553 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $15,370 per year ($2,275 for families earning under $30,000). 95% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $109,430 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
4.0%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
57,613
Fall 2023
Admitted
2,439
Fall 2023
Yield
63%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing740–780
200800
SAT Math770–800
200800
ACT Composite34–35
136

What Columbia University in the City of New York looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankRequired
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testConsidered

Cost

Cost of attendance
$92,198
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$74,180

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$2,275
  • $30–48k$4,020
  • $48–75k$4,878
  • $75–110k$8,881
  • $110k+$40,931

Get a personal estimate with Columbia University in the City of New York's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
95%
Freshman retention
98%
Median earnings
$109,430
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$20,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
8,973
Student–faculty ratio
6:1
Receive Pell grants
25%
  • White29%
  • Hispanic15%
  • Black8%
  • Asian19%

Columbia University in the City of New York FAQ

What is Columbia University in the City of New York's acceptance rate?+

Columbia University in the City of New York admits 4.0% of applicants, which makes it extremely selective.

What SAT score do you need for Columbia University in the City of New York?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 740–780 on SAT Reading and Writing and 770–800 on SAT Math; the average total is 1553.

What ACT score do you need for Columbia University in the City of New York?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 34–35.

Is Columbia University in the City of New York test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Columbia University in the City of New York?+

In Fall 2023, 57,613 students applied to Columbia University in the City of New York and 2,439 were admitted; 1,540 enrolled.

Does Columbia University in the City of New York consider legacy status?+

Yes. Columbia University in the City of New York reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Columbia University in the City of New York require an essay?+

Columbia University in the City of New York reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Columbia University in the City of New York cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $92,198 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $15,370.

What is Columbia University in the City of New York's graduation rate?+

95% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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