Columbia University ranked 2nd in the 2018 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education (WSJ/THE) US College Rankings. Columbia University ranked 8th globally in the 2017 Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU).
2019/20 Undergraduate Admission Requirements for Columbia University:
(1) Columbia University requires a TOEFL score of no less than 100. Scores must be sent directly to Columbia University via test report using report code 2116. Columbia University requires an IELTS score of no less than 7.0. Scores must be sent directly to Columbia University via test report.
(2) Average SAT section scores: Reading: 740-800 (with Reading 37-40), Math: 750-800; ACT average score range: 32-35.
(3) Columbia University does not require AP, IB, SAT Subject Test, or other related exam scores, but if you choose to submit them, we will accept your scores.
Application Materials:
The Coalition Application or Common Application, which should include: basic personal information.
Application Fee: $85 or fee waiver.
List and description of student grades, activities, employment, and summer activities.
Personal Essay
Answers to specific questions posed by Columbia University in the application form.
Mid-year School Report: Standardized tests that must be provided.
SAT code is 2116, ACT code is 2717.
SAT/ACT test score reports: SAT + 2 SAT II tests or ACT + Writing. If applying for an engineering major, SAT II must include SAT Math Level 1 or SAT Math Level 2, and SAT Biology, Physics, or Chemistry.
English proficiency test scores (if necessary): TOEFL/IELTS score report.
Two teacher recommendations: These recommendations must come from teachers who have taught you in an academic subject.
For engineering applicants, one of the recommendations must come from a math or science teacher.
Additional application materials (to make the application more complete): Such as a resume, portfolio, personal research introduction, etc., which are not required.
Interview: Not required.
