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.

South Dakota, September 9 to 12

Join Columbia and 12 other members of the Small-Town and Rural Students (STARS) College Network for a mini college fair and information session on topics like holistic review, financial aid and how to set yourself up for success in the college application process. Stops include:

  • Rapid City, SD and Box Elder, SD, Wednesday, September 9
  • Mission, SD, Thursday, September 10
  • Vermillion, SD, Saturday, September 12

Register for STARS in South Dakota

Upstate New York, September 21 to September 24

As part of the Small Town Outreach, Recruitment & Yield (STORY) initiative, admissions representatives from Columbia and over two dozen other colleges and universities are hosting college fairs and presenting about holistic admissions, making a college list and applying for admission and financial aid. Click the links below to learn more and register:

Southwest, September 26 to September 30

Join representatives from Brown, Columbia, the University of Chicago and Vanderbilt to hear more about the academic programs, philosophies and traditions that make our colleges a home for students. Stops include:

  • Scottsdale, Saturday, September 26
  • Phoenix, Sunday, September 27
  • Albuquerque, Monday, September 28
  • Dallas, Tuesday, September 29
  • Austin, Wednesday, September 30

Register for the College Travel Group in the Southwest

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

South, September 26 to September 30

Join representatives from Brown, Columbia, the University of Chicago and Vanderbilt to hear more about the academic programs, philosophies and traditions that make our colleges a home for students. Stops include:

  • Nashville, Saturday, September 26
  • Atlanta, Sunday, September 27
  • Charlotte, Monday, September 28
  • Raleigh/Durham, Tuesday, September 29
  • Northern Virginia, Wednesday, September 30

Register for the College Travel Group in the South

The Southwest, September 27 to October 1

As part of the Small Town Outreach, Recruitment & Yield (STORY) initiative, admissions representatives from Columbia and over two dozen other colleges and universities are hosting college fairs and presenting about holistic admissions, making a college list and applying for admission and financial aid. Click the links below to learn more and register:

The Midwest, October 3 to October 7

Join representatives from Brown, Columbia, the University of Chicago and Vanderbilt to hear more about the academic programs, philosophies and traditions that make our colleges a home for students. Stops include:

  • Western Suburbs of Chicago, Saturday, October 3
  • Chicago, Sunday, October 4
  • Indianapolis, Monday, October 5
  • Columbus, Tuesday, October 6
  • Pittsburgh, Wednesday, October 7

Register for the College Travel Group in the Midwest

Aerial view of students sitting on Low Steps around Alma Mater
Columbia campus lion statue

Southern California, October 3 to October 7

Join representatives from Brown, Columbia, the University of Chicago and Vanderbilt to hear more about the academic programs, philosophies and traditions that make our colleges a home for students. Stops include:

  • Santa Monica, Saturday, October 3
  • Pasadena, Sunday, October 4
  • Long Beach, Monday, October 5
  • Orange County, Tuesday, October 6
  • San Diego, Wednesday, October 7

Register for the College Travel Group in Southern California

East Coast, October 17 and October 18

Join the Deans of Admissions from Brown, Columbia, the University of Chicago and Vanderbilt on the East Coast. Stops include:

  • Boston, Saturday, October 17
  • New York City, Sunday, October 18

Register for the College Travel Group Deans on the East Coast

Butler Lawns, Low Plaza and Low Library

Southeast Asia, September 30 to October 6

Brown, Columbia and the University of Pennsylvania invite students to learn more about highly selective college admissions and the opportunities at their respective schools. Click the links below to learn more and register:

Low Library with 100+ students walking around and sitting on the steps
Sundial in front of Low Library

Europe, October 8 and October 13

Columbia and Princeton invite students to learn more about highly selective college admissions and the opportunities at their respective schools. Click the links below to learn more and register:

  • Paris, Thursday, October 8
  • Milan, Tuesday, October 13

Virtual Programs

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. Engage with admissions officers and current Columbians through our suite of live virtual 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.

On-Demand Resources

Missed an event? Can't wait to learn more? Check out a variety of virtual event recordings, on-demand resources and digital publications to learn more about Columbia. All the resources you need, all in one place.

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.