Core curriculum of humanities, arts

2 semesters science and 2 semesters PE required

academic advising

supplement to Common Ap

I applied regular decision

Need blind and full need met (no official merit aid)

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3

2012

Housing is not great. I think dining should be cheaper and more available to upperclassmen. I think there need to be more University sponsored events.

There is an early decision and regular decision option. It uses the Common Application. There is an interview process however it is not guaranteed. Our school only offers need based financial aid.

3

2012

2013

Unique short answer questions that seem innocuous and innocent but actually is a great gauge of the applicant. Only one admissions essay but this application is not on the Common App. Columbia has both the Early Decision and Regular Decision, I went with early.

1

2013

We have an extensive and unique Core Curriculum at Columbia. It spans about 2-3 years and takes up about half of your course load. We have a large list of majors, as well. Classes are very small, most are around 20 students or less. This makes the professors very accessible and caring. There are many research opportunities here as well as internship opportunities because we are located in New York City.

We have great housing here. I live in a large double and next year will be getting a suite. It is reasonably priced considering the fact that we are in New York City. We have tons of libraries on campus, some of which are open 24/7. Our campus feels incredibly safe even though we are in such a large city -- our neighborhood, Morningside Heights, is very friendly.