招生时间 and 日期
Prospective 研究生s: Fall 2021 Start
You’re interested in Columbia, and we want to help you join our community. 下面, you’ll find a timeline of important dates and info to keep you on track with the admissions process. Each prospective student is different, and we encourage you to 乐博平台APP to talk about your next steps in becoming a graduate student at Columbia. 我们是来帮忙的.
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9月
Application opens for Fall admission
Each department’s 教师 Review Committee typically makes an admissions decision six to eight weeks after the 优先级的最后期限 for applications: 1月 through 3月, 这取决于项目. Submit by this deadline to be considered for incoming graduate student scholarships. Some programs admit students on a rolling basis after the 优先级的最后期限 has passed. 看到 graduate admissions requirements 了解更多信息.
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10月
Submit financial aid information (domestic students)
提交2021-22年度报税表 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) with Columbia’s school code: 001665. Submitting a FAFSA ensures that you’re considered for all financial aid opportunities, including institutional scholarships and all forms of federal and state aid.
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1月
Submit application for scholarship consideration
To be considered for a scholarship, you must submit a completed admission application by your program's 优先级的最后期限. You will be notified of your total financial aid package, including Columbia scholarships, on your 金融援助 Breakdown. 访问 科勒姆.edu/scholarships 了解更多信息.
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3月
Decision letters begin going out
Applicants to the majority of our programs will receive decision letters in the mail beginning early 3月. These letters will include both admission information and scholarship details, should you be awarded an incoming student scholarship.
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3月
金融援助 Breakdowns go out
Once you are admitted to the college and we receive your FAFSA, you will be notified of your complete financial aid package with a 金融援助 Breakdown. We will email these letters beginning in 3月 on a rolling basis. 学习 如何付款.
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录取学生日
All admitted graduate students will be invited to a department-specific Admitted Student Day. These days are designed to help you learn more about your program and get acquainted with campus. Keep an eye out for an email invite.
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4月15日
研究生 Decision Day
Confirm your attendance by making a $450 nonrefundable confirmation deposit on or before this date.
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五月
Online orientation and registration open
After paying the $450 deposit, you’ll have access to online orientation and class registration.
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6月
Submit final college transcript
If you are currently enrolled at a college or university, you must submit an official copy of your final transcript to 研究生 招生. Late transcripts complicate registration, financial aid and payment for your first semester.
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6月
Finalize your financial plan
支付教育费用, many students use resources beyond the awards offered on the 金融援助 Breakdown. 学习 more about these resources—such as loans and employment-sponsored tuition plans—and read about our payment plan.
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8月
毕业生欢迎日
Meet your fellow graduate students and mingle with the entire incoming cohort at 毕业生欢迎日, hosted by 研究生 招生. Keep an eye out for communications regarding this event.
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8月-9月
部门定位
Each academic department hosts an orientation prior to the start of school year. We’ll reach out to you with more information as your orientation date nears.
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8月1日
提交付款
You must either pay in full or establish an automated payment plan for any portion of your bill not covered by secured financial aid by 8月1日. If you register for classes after this date, you’ll have seven calendar days to establish payment arrangements. 访问 科勒姆.edu/paymentplan 了解更多信息.
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8月30日
新生大会
Convocation showcases the talents of our students and alumni. The annual event features an assembly with 总统 Kwang-Wu Kim, a student services exposition, and a catered party with live bands, 表演艺术, 和更多的.
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9月4日
秋季学期开始