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http://www.columbia.edu/
Columbia University is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States. It is part of the Ivy League and offers a strong academic environment in a diverse and global city. The university provides a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs.
Columbia has 20 schools, including Columbia College, the Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science, and the School of General Studies. Students can choose from over 80 undergraduate majors. The university is known for strong programs in business, law, medicine, journalism, and the sciences. The Core Curriculum, a set of foundational courses, is a key part of the undergraduate experience.
Students have access to many clubs, organizations, and extracurricular activities. Columbia’s location in New York City provides opportunities for internships, networking, and cultural experiences. The university also competes in NCAA Division I athletics.
2023-2024 Tuition Fees:
- In-State, Out-of-State: $69,045
- Books & Supplies: $1,392
Columbia University in the City of New York offers a diverse array of bachelor’s programs across multiple disciplines:
- Architecture: Students explore architectural design, history, and theory, preparing for careers in architecture and related fields.
- Art History and Visual Arts: This program combines the study of art history with practical studio art courses.
- Creative Writing: Focuses on developing writing skills across genres, including fiction, poetry, and non-fiction.
- Film and Media Studies: Examines the history, theory, and criticism of film and media, with opportunities for practical experience.
- Music: Offers studies in music theory, history, and performance.
- Visual Arts: Emphasizes studio practice in various media, including painting, sculpture, and photography.
- Economics: Provides a foundation in economic theory, econometrics, and applied economics.
- Financial Economics: Combines economic theory with financial principles, preparing students for careers in finance.
- Operations Research: Focuses on applying analytical methods to decision-making, with applications in business and engineering.
- English: Covers literature, critical theory, and writing, preparing students for various careers in communications.
- Comparative Literature and Society: Studies literature across cultures and languages, emphasizing critical analysis and communication skills.
- Computer Science: Offers courses in algorithms, data structures, artificial intelligence, and software development.
- Data Science: Integrates computer science, statistics, and domain expertise to analyze and interpret complex data.
- Psychology: Provides a comprehensive understanding of psychological theories, research methods, and applications.
- Political Science: Includes studies in political theory, international relations, and American politics, relevant to law and governance.
- Educational Studies: Offered through Barnard College, this program explores educational theory, policy, and practice.
- Biology: Covers various aspects of biological sciences, serving as a foundation for healthcare-related careers.
- Neuroscience and Behavior: An interdisciplinary program exploring the nervous system and behavior, suitable for pre-med students.
- History: Studies historical events, contexts, and interpretations across different periods and regions.
- Philosophy: Engages with fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and ethics.
- Religion: Explores various religious traditions, texts, and practices from a scholarly perspective.
- Earth and Environmental Sciences: Focuses on understanding Earth’s systems, climate, and environmental challenges.
- Chemistry: Provides a thorough grounding in chemical principles and laboratory practices.
- Nursing: Offered through the School of Nursing, programs prepare students for various nursing roles and advanced practice.
- Psychology: Encompasses various subfields, including developmental, clinical, and cognitive psychology.
- Biomedical Engineering: Combines engineering principles with medical sciences to develop healthcare technologies.
- Mechanical Engineering: Focuses on the design, analysis, and manufacturing of mechanical systems.
- Electrical Engineering: Covers topics like circuits, signal processing, and telecommunications.
- Sociology: Studies social behavior, institutions, and structures.
- Anthropology: Explores human cultures, evolution, and social structures.