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Columbia University in the City of New York

Columbia University

New York, New York 10027

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Among the most selective in the Northeast — top graduate earnings

Columbia University in the City of New York is a private institution in New York with particular strength in computer science and engineering. With an average SAT of 1547, the school attracts a competitive applicant pool.

A mid-sized campus of 8.9K undergraduates with a 6:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

95% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $102,491 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,148.

Established
1754
Motto
In lumine Tuo videbimus lumen
Mascot
Roar-ee the Lion
Type
Private research university
Conference
Ivy League
Division
Division I

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4%Acceptance
1547SAT Avg
8,899Students
6:1Student:Faculty
95%Grad Rate
$102,491Earnings 10yr
$20,148Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate4.2%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1547

Reading & WritingMid: 745
730770
MathMid: 775
760800

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 35
3435

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$69,045
Room & Board$16,800
Books & Supplies$1,392
Total Cost of Attendance$86,042
Average Net Price$20,148
Median Debt at Graduation$21,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$228

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$6,342
$30–48K$4,975
$48–75K$5,195
$75–110K$15,368
$110K+$44,695

Programs (366)

Student Body

Undergrads
8,899
Gender Split
50% / 50%
Women / Men
First Generation
25%
Pell Grant Recipients
23%

Race & Ethnicity

White 30%
Black 8%
Hispanic 16%
Asian 18%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 18%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate95.0%
Freshman Retention97.2%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$88,535
8 Years$98,435
10 Years$102,491

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$96,500
Men
$138,700

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