Teachers College at Columbia University
Teachers College
New York, New York 10027
Data last updated: May 29, 2026
Campus Vibe
Strong graduate outcomes
Teachers College at Columbia University is a private urban institution in New York, New York. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.
graduates earn a median of $73,294 a decade after enrollment.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
16
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (72)
Student Body
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History Founding and early history Russell Hall Teachers College was the first graduate school in the United States whose curriculum focused specifically on teacher education.
- •In 1880, the Kitchen Education Association (KEA), also known as the Kitchen Garden Association, was founded by philanthropist Grace Hoadley Dodge, the daughter of wealthy businessman William Dodge.
- •In 1884, the KEA was rebranded to the Industrial Education Association (IEA), in the spirit of widening its mission to boys and parents.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from NY state average + large city premium