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Columbia University

New York, New York Β· Private University Β· Est. 1754

QS World #34 Admissions open
Type
Private University
Founded
1754
Students
33,000
International
12,000

Overview

Columbia University is a private university, established in 1754, located in New York, United States. It is ranked #34 globally in the QS World University Rankings.

Ranking figures are indicative and provided for general guidance β€” always verify current positions with the official QS rankings and the university.

Programs at Columbia

27 programs across 3 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Computer Science

Bachelor of Computer Science

Columbia University

⏱ 3 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 168,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Data Science

Bachelor of Data Science

Columbia University

⏱ 3 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 168,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Economics

Bachelor of Economics

Columbia University

⏱ 3 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 168,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Finance

Bachelor of Finance

Columbia University

⏱ 3 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 168,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Journalism

Bachelor of Journalism

Columbia University

⏱ 3 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 168,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Medicine (MD)

Bachelor of Medicine (MD)

Columbia University

⏱ 5 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 280,000 total
Bachelor's Degree Psychology

Bachelor of Psychology

Columbia University

⏱ 3 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 168,000 total

Master's Degree

Master's Degree Computer Science

Master of Computer Science

Columbia University

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 112,000 total
Master's Degree Data Science

Master of Data Science

Columbia University

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 112,000 total
Master's Degree Economics

Master of Economics

Columbia University

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 112,000 total
Master's Degree Finance

Master of Finance

Columbia University

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 112,000 total
Master's Degree Journalism

Master of Journalism

Columbia University

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 112,000 total
Master's Degree Medicine (MD)

Master of Medicine (MD)

Columbia University

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 112,000 total
Master's Degree Psychology

Master of Psychology

Columbia University

⏱ 2 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 112,000 total

PhD / Doctorate

PhD / Doctorate Computer Science

PhD in Computer Science

Columbia University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 224,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Data Science

PhD in Data Science

Columbia University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 224,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Economics

PhD in Economics

Columbia University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 224,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Finance

PhD in Finance

Columbia University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 224,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Journalism

PhD in Journalism

Columbia University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 224,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Mechanical Engineering

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Columbia University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 224,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Medicine (MD)

PhD in Medicine (MD)

Columbia University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 224,000 total
PhD / Doctorate Psychology

PhD in Psychology

Columbia University

⏱ 4 years πŸŽ“ Full Time πŸ’° CAD 224,000 total

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

USD 56,000 – USD 76,000/yr

Premium tuition

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

Recognised high-school qualification for undergraduate entry; a relevant bachelor’s degree for postgraduate entry.

English: IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 90 (varies by programme).

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the entry requirements: Recognised high-school qualification for undergraduate entry; a relevant bachelor’s degree for postgraduate entry..
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

Last updated 11 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance β€” verify with official sources before applying.