Columbia University in the City of New York
New York, New YorkOverview
Student Population
31,077National Rank
#10| Location | New York, New York |
| Online | columbia.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in New York, New York, Columbia University in the City of New York is a large four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 40,572 prospective students applied, and 2,399 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,488 enrolled in the school. 26,072 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 5,005 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $56,608 plus fees of $2,822. Columbia is ranked 10 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Elite| SAT | 1450/1560 |
| ACT | 33/35 |
| GPA | 3.91 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 1, 2020 |
| Applicant Competition | Extreme |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
$56,608| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,270 |
| Other Fees | $2,822 |
| Room and Board | $14,016 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,140 |
| Total One Year Cost | $76,856 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
$107,600 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
93% within 6 yearsPopular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 26% |
| Engineering | 12% |
| English and Literature | 7% |
| History | 7% |
| Health Professions | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=190150 IPEDS survey data for Columbia University in the City of New York.
