What a Columbia Admissions Officer Really Looks For | Columbia University

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Published 2022-03-28
On today’s episode, we chat with a Former Admissions Officer from Columbia University. We discuss what types of students Columbia looks for and what sets it apart from the other Ivy League schools. She highlights what attributes students should showcase in their applications as well as how to tackle the supplemental essays.

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All Comments (21)
  • Really Helpful. One of the MBA programs on my list. Great School & Good Information for application. Thank U for what U do✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾
  • This has been so informative and I am thankful to have this insight.
  • @nai-nai1711
    I feel that it is bias that a person who reads Marvel comics would not be considered because of this. That person could be the next journalist or author. Maybe they are interested in the dynamics of how Marvel books are made and want to become an engineer who makes games. Also I am glad that test scores are optional because all students don't test well but make excellent grades and are that curious, inquisitive, creative and critical thinker who would do extremely well In Columbia.
  • They should also look at how the child fared given their environmental factors.
  • @AnnaF_
    Columbia is my first choice and I really want to apply early decision but it sucks cuz I have to think about the financial aspects 😭😭
  • I am interested in quantum physics at Columbia. Would you mind asking those in your Quantum Initiative department for me AS to how eye could be accepted and get back to me on that? Thanks! -Terry Michael Raymond
  • I just got to the part about the standardized testing. If I got a 34 on the ACT but only got a 1400 on the SAT, would it hurt me to submit both scores? Thanks!
  • Will a typo on my supplemental essay lead me to appear as unprepared and a possible rejection?