Columbia University, New York, USA

Overview

History, Affiliations & Rankings

Established in 1754, Columbia University is New Yorks oldest institution for higher education and the 5th oldest university in the United States. A private research university that is also part of the Ivy League, Columbia University enjoys a rich history spanning over a 250 year period in which it has shown immense growth in all aspects and has evolved as one of the best places for higher learning in the USA. Columbia University ranks 18th on the QS World University rankings and is affiliated with the Association of American Universities, the Universities Research Association and the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities.

Infrastructure, Campus & Courses

The Columbia University campus is located in New York City and is well-equipped with the necessary infrastructure to aid students in learning and research. The campus is beautifully designed and it is home to the 20 schools of Columbia University, 25 libraries, 4 affiliated colleges. There plenty of accommodation available on the campus and it also has plenty of space for leisure and recreation, which include cafeterias, and a number of artworks have also been installed. Columbia University provides hundreds of bachelors and masters programmes in more than 50 fields of study, which include architecture, engineering, journalism, law, nursing, social work, management etc.

Accomplishments & Alumni

As a leading higher education institution of the USA with a research budget of over $1 billion, Columbia University has been on the forefront of research and innovation. It has produced very prominent personalities of their times. Columbia University is the alma mater of 3 US presidents as well as the authors of the Declaration of Independence and the US constitution. From Nobel laureates to Oscar winners, graduates of Columbia University have made a name for themselves. Some of the notable alumni of Columbia University include J.D. Salinger, Simon Kuznets, Anthony Perkins, Hunter S. Thompson etc.

Student Diversity & Visiting Companies

Columbia University has one of the most diverse student bodies in the USA. The university has set up multiple departments to help make people from all corners of the world feel right at home. Students from a diverse spectrum of academic and socioeconomic backgrounds are invited to stay and stay at Columbia University. The atmosphere of inclusion not only helps every student excel academically but also promotes free exchange of ideas and thoughts.

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