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It was the most prestigious school I was accepted into, and I really wanted to go to a smaller school in an urban setting. I looked into specific programs I was interested in and found one that fit my needs pretty closely, and I particularly liked the integrated bachelors and masters program offered....Read More

To begin with,The masters program focuses mainly on answering the question of “why you do what you do”. Chemical engineering is important to me as it helps engineer solutions that are going to be of utmost importance to the future. Columbia helps motivate me towards achieving and being a part of this goal. Secondly, Located in the heart of New York City, the connections with various organisations helps in the development of my cann reer. The professional development and leadership courses offered contribute positively towards my journey as an engineer who can adapt and fit into the professional world. Lastly, tremendous research opportunities is what draws me towards Columbia. The wavelength of research done by the professors matches mine to a great extent. An example of this includes Professor Scott Banta’s research which aims to design and create non-natural biological systems and to bring about solutions to problems in biotechnology and nanotechnology. In all, an education at Columbia provides me with an opportunity to grow and evolve in a diverse community....Read More

The quality of faculty at Columbia is at par with other top institutes which makes sure that you're learning from the best. Apart from ample amount of resources, Columbia offers a diverse range of peer group which I think will help you in broadening your perspective....Read More

The flexible curriculum is a key factor, it allows student to pursue courses from both Engineering and Business schools. The Ivy League tag and the location of the University were also key factors for me....Read More

Columbia University is very well reputed and is an Ivy League. My final choices were to choose between CMU and Columbia and talking with seniors studying at both these universities, I decided to go ahead with Columbia....Read More

It is a top university. The CS branch at Columbia University is one of the best in the world....Read More

I had two PhD offers and I chose this one mainly because my previous advisors recommended it. It is a presitigious university in an exciting and happening city and an experienced advisor who is a "good human being". All of these points, except university prestige, I still think are important parameters to make the choice. I would also look at the department structure and work culture - both of which are often better at public universities....Read More

Prestige of Ivy League, location in New York City, rigorous Computer Science program...Read More

I chose Columbia University because of its brand and location, access to immense opportunities in NYC, and the opportunity to build a good professional network....Read More

I chose it for multiple reasons. The top being: Prestige, Course value, professors, location...Read More