NYC Residential Summer - PreCollege Program Columbia University, School of Professional Studies
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer School | On-Campus | Full-time | 1 - 3 weeks | June, July, August | find out | $12354 per module |
The fee listed on this page is for the 3-week residential course, not for the 3-week or 1-week commuter course.
Course overview
Enroll in an intensive pre-college course, designed to challenge and engage high-achieving students in a supportive environment.
- Choose from over 70 courses in a dozen subject areas.
- Study alongside a cohort of like-minded students from all over the world.
- Experience college life while discovering one of the world's great cities.
- Attend college success events to prepare for the academic rigors of university life.
- Earn a Columbia University Certification of Participation and an instructor evaluation.
Entry requirements
Though there are no set minimum requirements such as a particular GPA, the application materials should establish that the student has the necessary academic background and level of ability, motivation, and maturity necessary to be an active participant in the courses and co-curricular activities.
We do not accept applications submitted on the applicant's behalf by parents, guardians, or third parties; the application should be submitted directly by the student. Communications from our Office of Admissions will be sent primarily to the student.
International students who are proficient in English are welcome to apply to the program. While applicants are not required to submit TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing System) scores, students' English proficiency should be equivalent to 90 or above on the Internet-based TOEFL or at least 6.5 on the IELTS.
International students should be aware that participation in the Program for High School Students does not constitute the basis for securing a student visa. Past participants have had success in obtaining Visitor (B) visas to participate in our program because the program comprises a short recreational course of study and is not for credit toward a degree or academic certificate.