Columbia University is one of the world's most important centers of research and at the same time a distinctive and distinguished learning environment for undergraduates and graduate students in many scholarly and professional fields. The University recognizes the importance of its location in New York City and seeks to link its research and teaching to the vast resources of a great metropolis. It seeks to attract a diverse and international faculty and student body, to support research and teaching on global issues, and to create academic relationships with many countries and regions. It expects all areas of the university to advance knowledge and learning at the highest level and to convey the products of its efforts to the world.
Overview
Basic TOEFL/IELTS
1. TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) - A minimum score of 600 (paper-based test), 250 (old computer-based test) or 100 (new Internet-based test) is necessary for admission to Columbia. Your score must be reported directly to Columbia by the testing service, using report code 2116.
2. IELTS (International English Language Testing System) - A minimum score of 7.0 is necessary for
If you have a 650 on the Critical Reasoning/Verbal section of the SAT, you are exempt from taking an English proficiency examination
English Language Support
If your home language is not English and if your primary language of instruction has not been English for at least five years, you are required to take an English proficiency examination, in addition to the testing requirements outlined above.
Distance Learning
The Teachers College Distance Learning Project works with internationally acclaimed faculty to create powerful online courses, seminars and professional development programs for Teachers College, Columbia University. Our online learning efforts are based upon an integrated approach to research, design, implementation, and evaluation. We emphasize the creation and support of effective and engaging learner communities. These efforts form a natural extension of the longstanding commitment of Teachers College to educate the current and future leaders of education, health, and psychology.
The Distance Learning Project at Teachers College offers online courses, seminars, and workshops that can be applied to a degree or certificate program.
Accommodation
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Price Range of Accommodation
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Finance and Scholarships
Columbia University primary goal is to work with students and their amily in developing a plan to pay for college. The faculty wants to help you achieve your goal of attending Columbia University and we do not want the cost of attending Columbia to be a barrier to your applying for admission. To view the outlined a few facts about financial aid at Columbia, please visit the website http://www.studentaffairs.columbia.edu/finaid/eligibility/philosophy.php
Entry Requirements
Admissions Requirements: SAT or ACT, SAT Subject Tests, essay.
