Can you get into Columbia University in the City of New York?
New York, New York
Columbia University in the City of New York admits about 4% of applicants, making it highly selective. Admitted students typically have SAT scores around 1490–1570, ACT composites around 34–35, about a 4.16 GPA (the middle 50%). Enter your stats below to see whether Columbia University in the City of New York is a reach, match, or safety for you.
Columbia University in the City of New York admissions profile
- Acceptance rate
- 4%
- SAT range (mid 50%)
- 1490–1570
- ACT range (mid 50%)
- 34–35
- Average GPA
- 4.16
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Admissions FAQ
- How hard is it to get into Columbia University in the City of New York?
- Columbia University in the City of New York has an acceptance rate of about 4%, which makes it highly selective based on the most recent federal data.
- What GPA do you need to get into Columbia University in the City of New York?
- Admitted students at Columbia University in the City of New York have an average GPA of about 4.16. It's one factor among test scores, courses, and the rest of your application.
- What SAT or ACT score do you need for Columbia University in the City of New York?
- The middle 50% of admitted students at Columbia University in the City of New York have SAT scores between 1490–1570 and ACT composites between 34–35.
- What are my chances of getting into Columbia University in the City of New York?
- Use FindU's free chance calculator on this page — enter your GPA and test scores to see whether Columbia University in the City of New York is a reach, match, or safety. It's a directional estimate from public data, not a prediction or guarantee.