Columbia Visits You

Throughout the academic year, representatives from Undergraduate Admissions travel extensively to introduce Columbia University to prospective students. In addition to the many individual high school visits that take place around the world, Columbia partners with other colleges and universities to hold public group information sessions in different regions.

These events provide prospective students and families with a brief introduction to each participating school and the opportunity to learn more about the college admissions process broadly. Group information sessions include a brief overview of each institution, information on admissions and financial aid and a chance to ask questions of admissions representatives. Virtual group sessions and programs are also available during the fall and spring semesters.

Columbia is currently on the road!

Register for upcoming events by region below.

Overhead view of Columbia's campus and the blue/green tops of the buildings.
A decorative cauldron with a lion on Columbia's campus

The Great Lakes Northwoods, May 12 through May 15

Join Columbia and over a dozen other members of the Small-Town and Rural Students (STARS) College Network for mini college fairs and information sessions on topics like holistic review, financial aid and how to set yourself up for success in the college application process. Stops include:

  • Duluth, MN, Monday, May 12
  • Ashland, WI, Tuesday, May 13
  • Kingsford, MI, Wednesday, May 14
  • Seymour, WI, Thursday, May 15

Register

The Midwest, May 17 through May 21

  • Detroit, MI, Saturday, May 17
  • Cincinatti, OH, Sunday, May 18
  • St. Louis, MO, Monday, May 19
  • Naperville, IL, Tuesday, May 20
  • Chicago, IL, Wednesday, May 21

Register

Is your region not listed here? We'd still love to see you.

Even if Columbia won't be visiting your hometown for a public information session this season, there are plenty of opportunities to learn more about our community. You can learn more about Columbia from anywhere, whether that's right here in Morningside Heights or from the comfort of your couch.

And we may still visit your area next year! Make sure to join our mailing list so you're the first to know the next time we come to town.

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Virtual Experiences

Get an an insider’s look at what it’s like to be here in person, no matter what corner of the world you’re in. We invite you to engage with admissions officers and current Columbians through our suite of live and on-demand programs.

Campus Visits

There's nowhere quite like New York City, and nowhere quite like Columbia. Explore our one-of-a-kind campus and get to know our community when you visit.

Contact Us

If you have a question that isn’t answered by this website or have updates to your application, reach out to Undergraduate Admissions directly.

FAQs

Whether it’s finding the right program for you or navigating the application and financial aid process, we’ve got the answers you need.