Columbia University’s undergraduate admissions office has announced the availability of the first-year application for the 2026-2027 academic year. The application is now open for students interested in enrolling in either Columbia College or Columbia Engineering. It’s important for applicants to review the application instructions and familiarize themselves with Columbia’s holistic review process, which includes test-optional guidelines and specific Columbia application questions for the current cycle.
Students can submit their applications through either the Common Application or the Coalition Application on Scoir. There are two main deadlines to consider: Early Decision, with an application due by Sunday, November 1, 2026, and Regular Decision, with applications due by Friday, January 1, 2027. Additionally, Columbia is a partner in the QuestBridge National College Match program, and will accept the QuestBridge Application from QuestBridge Finalists.
For any inquiries, prospective students should reach out to ugrad-ask@columbia.edu. The application process is designed to be straightforward, encouraging students to explore all options and make informed decisions about their future academic path.
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