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A Message for Prospective Students - Fall 2020

For prospective students considering Columbia, the uncertainty caused by the global pandemic may have generated many questions in your college search and application process, and we hope to address some of your concerns.

Applications Available for Fall 2021 Admission

The Common Application and the Coalition Application for Fall 2021 admission are now live for first-year applicants. The Transfer Application is also live; transfer applicants should use the Coalition Application.

Easier Fee Waiver Eligibility Process for Applicants

We believe that college costs, including application fees, should not be a barrier to access. If you are interested in applying to Columbia and our application fee is a significant financial burden for your family, we will simply waive it. We invite students to use our simple fee waiver eligibility form to check if they qualify.

Estimate Your Net Cost using the MyinTuition Calculator

An education at Columbia is more affordable than you think. The MyinTuition tool can help you anticipate your college costs and estimate your eligibility for need-based scholarships.

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Revised Testing Policy for 2020-2021 Application Cycle

Due to ongoing standardized testing disruptions associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, Columbia is adopting a one year test-optional policy for first-year applicants to Columbia College or Columbia Engineering for the fall of 2021.

Deadline Flexibility for Students Affected by Extenuating Circumstances

We understand that students personally affected by natural disasters, community disturbances or other extenuating circumstances this fall may have challenges in completing their applications on time; they are invited to email us if their application will be arriving late.

Campus Visits Canceled for Fall 2020 - Virtual Visits Encouraged

Columbia Undergraduate Admissions and the Visitors Center have suspended on-campus events for Fall 2020, including campus tours, information sessions and class visits. We invite prospective students and families to visit our Virtual Visit web page to register for virtual information sessions, student panels and Q&A chats.

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Students' Right to Protest

Columbia has been inspired by the global rise of voices reacting to recent violent acts of anti-Black racism and standing up for equality and justice. Columbia Undergraduate Admissions supports students who are responding to and peacefully protesting against systemic racism and violence against the Black community.

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19 Columbians Make Forbes' "30 Under 30" List for 2020

Congratulations to the 19 Columbians who secured a coveted spot on the Forbes "30 Under 30" list for 2020!

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Into the Columbia Blue

A Message for Prospective Students - Fall 2020

Applications Available for Fall 2021 Admission

Easier Fee Waiver Eligibility Process for Applicants

Estimate Your Net Cost using the MyinTuition Calculator

Revised Testing Policy for 2020-2021 Application Cycle

Deadline Flexibility for Students Affected by Extenuating Circumstances

Campus Visits Canceled for Fall 2020 - Virtual Visits Encouraged

Students' Right to Protest

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19 Columbians Make Forbes' "30 Under 30" List for 2020

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