Course

Accounting & Finance

Offered by Columbia Business School

QS Accounting & Finance

QS Accounting & Finance Rank: Top 20 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #33

Columbia Business School benefits from an unmatched New York City location at the centre of global finance, and is consistently ranked among the world's top business schools for Accounting & Finance.

Key advantages

Top 20 Globally for Accounting & Finance
New York City location — global finance hub
Strong ties to Wall Street
Large network of NYC-based recruiters
Ivy League brand recognition
Diverse, international cohort

Programme & duration: MBA: 2 yearsMS programmes: 1 year
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $80,000 – $95,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August); January (limited MBA intake)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 100+IELTS: 7.0PTE: 68
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree, GMAT/GRE, typically 4-5 years of work experience for MBA.

Employability & placement

Exceptional access to Wall Street, private equity, and investment banking careers due to NYC location.

Student experience

Fast-paced, high-energy environment. New York City offers an unparalleled, if expensive, student experience.

Research strengths

Research in finance, accounting, and entrepreneurship. Strong ties to NYC's financial institutions.

Course

Business & Management

Offered by Columbia Business School

QS Business & Management

QS Business & Management Rank: Top 10 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #33

Columbia Business School benefits from an unmatched New York City location at the centre of global finance and media, and is consistently ranked among the world's top business schools for Business & Management.

Key advantages

Top 10 Globally for Business & Management
New York City location — global finance hub
Strong ties to Wall Street and media industries
Large network of NYC-based recruiters
Ivy League brand recognition
Diverse, international cohort

Programme & duration: MBA: 2 yearsMS programmes: 1 year
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $80,000 – $95,000 per year (MBA; indicative, one of the most expensive; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August) and January (limited MBA intake)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 100+IELTS: 7.0PTE: 68
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree, GMAT/GRE, typically 4-5 years of work experience for MBA. Essays and interview required.

Employability & placement

Exceptional access to Wall Street, private equity, and media/entertainment careers due to NYC location.

Student experience

Fast-paced, high-energy environment. New York City offers an unparalleled, if expensive, student experience.

Research strengths

Research in finance, entrepreneurship, and media management. Strong ties to NYC's financial and media institutions.

Course

MBA

Offered by Columbia Business School

QS Global MBA Ranking

QS Global MBA Rank: Top 10 in the World (2026)

Columbia Business School benefits from an unmatched New York City location at the centre of global finance and media, and is consistently ranked among the world's top MBA programmes.

Key advantages

Top 10 Globally for MBA
New York City location — global finance hub
Strong ties to Wall Street and media industries
Large network of NYC-based recruiters
Ivy League brand recognition
January and August intake options

Programme & duration: MBA: 2 years (full-time); accelerated January-entry option
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $175,000 – $195,000 total programme fee (indicative, one of the most expensive; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August); January (limited intake)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 100+IELTS: 7.0PTE: 68
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree, GMAT/GRE, typically 4-5 years of work experience. Essays and interview required.
Average Work Experience: Average 5 years of work experience; typical class age 28
GMAT / GRE Requirement: GMAT: average 730+ (or GRE accepted)

Employability & placement

Exceptional access to Wall Street, private equity, and media/entertainment careers due to NYC location.

Student experience

Fast-paced, high-energy environment. New York City offers an unparalleled, if expensive, student experience.

Research strengths

Research in finance, entrepreneurship, and media management. Strong ties to NYC's financial and media institutions.

Course

Marketing

Offered by Columbia Business School

QS Marketing

QS Marketing Rank: Top 10 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #33

Columbia Business School benefits from an unmatched New York City location at the centre of global media and advertising, ranked #4 in the QS Business Master's Marketing Rankings 2026 among US schools.

Key advantages

Top 10 Globally for Marketing
New York City location — global media/advertising hub
Strong ties to Madison Avenue advertising agencies
Large network of NYC-based recruiters
Ivy League brand recognition
Diverse international cohort

Programme & duration: MBA: 2 yearsMS Marketing: 1 year
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $80,000 – $95,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August); January (limited MBA intake)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 100+IELTS: 7.0PTE: 68
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree, GMAT/GRE, typically 4-5 years of work experience for MBA. Essays and interview required.

Employability & placement

Exceptional access to NYC's advertising, media, and consumer brand marketing careers due to NYC location.

Student experience

Fast-paced, high-energy environment. New York City offers an unparalleled, if expensive, student experience.

Research strengths

Research in digital marketing, media strategy, and consumer behaviour. Strong ties to NYC's media and advertising institutions.

Course

Economics

Offered by Department of Economics

QS Economics

QS Economics Rank: Top 15 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #33

Columbia's Department of Economics benefits from an unmatched New York City location, giving students exceptional access to Wall Street, international organisations, and policy institutions.

Key advantages

Manhattan location — global finance hub
Strong ties to Wall Street and the United Nations
Extensive NYC employer network
Ivy League brand recognition
Diverse international cohort
Strong applied economics programmes

Programme & duration: MA: 1 – 1.5 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $55,000 – $65,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (September)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 100+IELTS: 7.0PTE: 68
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree in Economics or related field with strong academic record. GRE typically required.

Employability & placement

Exceptional access to Wall Street, international organisations (UN, IMF), and consulting careers due to NYC location.

Student experience

Fast-paced, high-energy environment. New York City offers an unparalleled, if expensive, student experience.

Research strengths

Research in international economics, finance, and development economics. Strong ties to NYC's financial and policy institutions.

Course

Architecture

Offered by Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation

QS Architecture & Built Environment

QS Architecture & Built Environment Rank: Top 20 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #33

Columbia's GSAPP benefits from an unmatched New York City location at the centre of global architecture and urban design, consistently ranked among the world's top architecture schools.

Key advantages

Top 20 Globally for Architecture
Manhattan location — global architecture and design hub
Strong ties to leading NYC firms
Large network of NYC-based recruiters
Ivy League brand recognition
Diverse, international cohort

Programme & duration: MArch: 2 – 3.5 years (depending on prior qualifications)
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $60,000 – $70,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 100+IELTS: 7.0PTE: 68
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field with strong academic record and portfolio. GRE optional.

Employability & placement

Exceptional access to NYC's architecture, urban design, and real estate development sectors.

Student experience

Fast-paced, high-energy environment. New York City offers an unparalleled, if expensive, student experience.

Research strengths

Research in urban design, historic preservation, and computational design.

Course

Biomedical Science

Offered by Department of Biological Sciences

QS Biological Sciences

QS Biological Sciences Rank: Top 20 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #33

Columbia's Department of Biological Sciences benefits from an unmatched New York City location at the heart of biomedical research and clinical institutions.

Key advantages

Manhattan location — NYC's biomedical research institutions
Ivy League brand recognition
Strong neuroscience and cancer biology research
Extensive NYC employer network
Diverse, international cohort
Strong applied/practical curriculum

Programme & duration: MA: 1 – 1.5 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $52,000 – $62,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (September); Spring (January) for some programmes
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 100IELTS: 7.0PTE: 68
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Science or related field with strong academic record. GRE optional at many programmes.

Employability & placement

Excellent access to NYC's biomedical research institutions, hospitals, and pharmaceutical companies.

Student experience

Fast-paced, urban campus integrated into Manhattan. Vibrant, highly international student community.

Research strengths

Research in neuroscience, cancer biology, and genomics. Strong connections with NYC's hospitals and research institutes.

Course

Nursing

Offered by School of Nursing

QS Nursing

QS Nursing Rank: #8QS World Rank: #33

QS Nursing Rank #8 globally. Part of the world-famous Columbia University in New York City. Offers MSN and DNP programmes with unmatched clinical access across NYC's diverse, world-class healthcare ecosystem.

Key advantages

#8 Globally for Nursing
New York City location
Access to NYC's 60+ hospital network
Ivy League university
Research in global and urban health
Strong international graduate outcomes

Programme & duration: MSN: 1 – 2 yearsDNP: 3 years
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $60,000 – $75,000 per year (one of the most expensive; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (September); Spring (January) for some programmes
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 100+IELTS: 7.0PTE: 68+
Entry requirements: BSN or equivalent (non-nursing tracks available). GPA 3.0+. Active RN licence (for MSN). SOP, 3 LORs, transcripts.

Employability & placement

Exceptional employability in New York City and globally. NYC offers one of the world's most robust nursing job markets. Graduates also pursue global health careers.

Student experience

New York City student experience is unmatched. Access to world-class arts, culture, and healthcare. Strong alumni network.

Research strengths

Research in HIV, global health, urban health disparities, primary care, and healthcare systems. Extensive Columbia Irving Medical Centre partnerships.

Course

Psychology

Offered by Department of Psychology

QS Psychology

QS Psychology Rank: Top 20 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #33

Columbia's Department of Psychology benefits from an unmatched Manhattan location, giving students exceptional access to NYC's clinical training sites, research institutions, and applied psychology employers.

Key advantages

Manhattan location — NYC's clinical and research institutions
Ivy League brand recognition
Strong cognitive and social psychology research
Extensive NYC employer network
Diverse, international cohort
Strong applied/practical curriculum

Programme & duration: MA: 1 – 1.5 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $50,000 – $60,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (September); Spring (January) for some programmes
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 100IELTS: 7.0PTE: 68
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field with strong academic record. GRE optional at many programmes.

Employability & placement

Excellent access to NYC's clinical training sites, research institutions, and applied psychology roles.

Student experience

Fast-paced, urban campus integrated into Manhattan. Vibrant, highly international student community.

Research strengths

Research in cognitive psychology, social psychology, and clinical science. Strong connections with NYC's hospitals and research institutes.

Course

Law (LLM)

Offered by Columbia Law School

QS Law

QS Law Rank: Top 10 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #33

Columbia Law School benefits from an unmatched New York City location at the centre of global finance and international law, and is consistently ranked among the world's top law schools.

Key advantages

Manhattan location — global finance and international law hub
Strong ties to Wall Street and the United Nations
Extensive NYC employer network
Ivy League brand recognition
Diverse, international cohort
One of the largest and most established LLM programmes globally

Programme & duration: LLM: 1 year (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $78,000 – $88,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 100+IELTS: 7.0PTE: 68
Entry requirements: Law degree from another jurisdiction for LLM applicants. Strong academic record and references required.

Employability & placement

Exceptional access to Wall Street law firms, international organisations (UN), and global corporate legal careers due to NYC location.

Student experience

Fast-paced, high-energy environment. New York City offers an unparalleled, if expensive, student experience.

Research strengths

Research in international law, corporate law, and human rights. Strong ties to NYC's legal and financial institutions.

Course

International Relations

Offered by School of International and Public Affairs

QS Politics & IR

QS Politics & IR Rank: Top 15 in the World (2026)QS World Rank: #33

Columbia's School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) benefits from an unmatched New York City location at the heart of global diplomacy, home to the United Nations headquarters.

Key advantages

Manhattan location — home to UN headquarters
Strong ties to international organisations
Extensive NYC diplomatic and NGO employer network
Ivy League brand recognition
Diverse international cohort
Wide range of regional and functional specialisations

Programme & duration: MIA/MPA: 2 years (full-time)
Tuition (international): Approx. USD $58,000 – $68,000 per year (indicative; verify on official website)
Intakes: Fall (August)
English requirement: TOEFL iBT: 100+IELTS: 7.0PTE: 68
Entry requirements: Bachelor's degree in any discipline with strong academic record. GRE/GMAT may be required. Essays and references required.

Employability & placement

Exceptional access to the United Nations, international organisations, and global NGO careers due to NYC location.

Student experience

Fast-paced, high-energy environment. New York City offers an unparalleled, if expensive, student experience.

Research strengths

Research in international security, global economic policy, and human rights. Strong ties to NYC's diplomatic institutions.

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