ADMISSION INFORMATIONPlease note that Visiting Students to Columbia Engineering are not permitted to apply for transfer admission. The Visiting Student Program accepts students to enter in either fall (September) or spring (January) semesters; students may enroll for a maximum of two semesters (either consecutive fall/spring semesters or spring/fall semesters). NOTE: This application is for students currently studying at a college or university outside the United States. Students studying at a college or university in the United States who are interested in applying to be a visiting student must complete a separate application at Columbia Undergraduate Admissions. Regular UVSP Application requirements (register for at least 12 points):
Online UVSP Application requirements (register for at most two SEAS courses):
English Language Proficiency Requirement Special note for non-English speakers: All Columbia students must be comfortable with rapid and idiomatic spoken English. If the language of instruction at your college/university was in English, you do not need to submit an official TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo score. Otherwise, candidates who attend a non-English speaking college/university, must submit an official score report from the testing agency for one of the following English proficiency examinations:
Admissions Requirements
Visiting Student Admissions Dates & DeadlinesSpring entry:
Regular UVSP: Start applying on September 15. The final deadline to apply for the Spring semester is October 15. Students will be notified of the admission's decision by November 15. Online UVSP: Start applying on September 15. The final deadline to apply for the Spring semester is December 15. Students will be notified of the admission's decision by December 31. Fall entry: Regular UVSP: Start applying on March 15. The final deadline to apply for the Fall semester is April 15. Students will be notified of the admission's decision by May 15. Online UVSP: Start applying on March 15. The final deadline to apply for the Fall semester is April 15. Students will be notified of the admission's decision by May 31. |