Prestige of Ivy League, location in New York City, rigorous Computer Science program
Course Curriculum
Very strong overall, and extremely rigorous in the engineering school. Calculus, physics, chemistry, economics, and introductory programming are all required for first-year students. Industrial experience is provided in the special Art of Engineering course.
Exams
My scores: SAT - Math: 800/800, Reading/Writing: 740/800, Optional Essay: 20/24 SAT Math 2 Subject Test: 800/800 AP Calculus BC: 5/5 AP Calculus AB Subscore: 5/5 AP Statistics 5/5 AP United States History: 5/5 AP English Language & Composition: 5/5 AP European History: 4/5 AP Spanish Language & Culture: 4/5
Placement
Google, Microsoft, Apple, Facebook, Goldman Sachs, J.P. Morgan, Morgan Stanley, Two Sigma. Very competitive salaries from roughly $80k-$150k
Internship
Yes - Coding4Youth (hourly rate of $20), Columbia Build Lab ($1800 fellowship per semester with Columbia Business School plus additional academic credits)
Events
Most of the off time is best spent in the city. There is not as much school spirit in within the campus.
Fees
Full tuition is $80,000 if you are not offered any need-based financial aid
Scholarship
NA
Faculty
Student-faculty ratio is 6:1. Professors are extremely caring and will do everything they can to help each student succeed.
Hostel
Mix of single and double room - students have a choice. Dorms usually cost $12,000 per year but the fees is included in tuition. You can only move off-campus into an apartment.