Review of Columbia University in the City of New York
from NJ
Will learn a lot
You can't go wrong with Columbia, it's a name everyone knows and it's great in everything. You'll be taught by world renown professors even as undergraduates. As much learning occurs inside the classroom as outside. There are too many clubs to count. Being in NYC allows you many internships and opportunities to learn about your future career path.
Will enjoy being here
It's in NYC, the city that never sleeps. You can't be bored in NYC, there's ALWAYS something to do. Plus, if you want to escape from the chaos of the concrete jungle, just stay on campus. Campus is relatively closed off from the city (campus gates and the way it's designed, with buildings around the perimeter helps to keep out the chaos of the city, unlike NYU campus that is integrated into the city). There's definitely something for everyone.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Columbia does give financial aid but it's need based, so how much you get depends on your family income and situation. But you do get a really good deal, Columbia provides incredible opportunities, an amazing education, and it's in NYC, so it allows you access to all the wonderful things in NYC.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Get those grades and SAT/SAT II scores up. Participate in clubs/sports. Be a leader, challenge yourself and take it upon yourself to put yourself in leadership positions, be it in a school club or in something outside of school. Volunteer and give back to the community. Apply early if you can, your odds are better. Get good recommendations (build relationships with your teachers!) and spend time on your essays, they DO matter. If you can, visit the school, and if offered an interview, TAKE IT. Apply elsewhere too, so this way you won't stress out as much when waiting to hear a reply.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
It's great for those interested in having a broad spectrum of knowledge (for example, if you are an ancient languages major you will still have knowledge of math, biology, major European literature, east Asian history) because you will have to take the core. You can choose various courses to take, so for example you could take a variety of literature classes, you are not limited to major European literature.
It is also great for students who love the city because NYC is so much a part of Columbia as Columbia is so much a part of NYC. Neither is complete without the other.
Intelligent individuals who are eager to learn from the world's finest.
You can't go wrong with Columbia, it's a name everyone knows and it's great in everything. You'll be taught by world renown professors even as undergraduates. As much learning occurs inside the classroom as outside. There are too many clubs to count. Being in NYC allows you many internships and opportunities to learn about your future career path.
It's in NYC, the city that never sleeps. You can't be bored in NYC, there's ALWAYS something to do. Plus, if you want to escape from the chaos of the concrete jungle, just stay on campus. Campus is relatively closed off from the city (campus gates and the way it's designed, with buildings around the perimeter helps to keep out the chaos of the city, unlike NYU campus that is integrated into the city). There's definitely something for everyone.
Columbia does give financial aid but it's need based, so how much you get depends on your family income and situation. But you do get a really good deal, Columbia provides incredible opportunities, an amazing education, and it's in NYC, so it allows you access to all the wonderful things in NYC.
Get those grades and SAT/SAT II scores up. Participate in clubs/sports. Be a leader, challenge yourself and take it upon yourself to put yourself in leadership positions, be it in a school club or in something outside of school. Volunteer and give back to the community. Apply early if you can, your odds are better. Get good recommendations (build relationships with your teachers!) and spend time on your essays, they DO matter. If you can, visit the school, and if offered an interview, TAKE IT. Apply elsewhere too, so this way you won't stress out as much when waiting to hear a reply.
It's great for those interested in having a broad spectrum of knowledge (for example, if you are an ancient languages major you will still have knowledge of math, biology, major European literature, east Asian history) because you will have to take the core. You can choose various courses to take, so for example you could take a variety of literature classes, you are not limited to major European literature. It is also great for students who love the city because NYC is so much a part of Columbia as Columbia is so much a part of NYC. Neither is complete without the other. Intelligent individuals who are eager to learn from the world's finest.