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.
