Admissions Overview
High School Diploma
Required
Common App
Accepted
Class Rank
Considered
Credit for AP Classes
Provided
SAT/ACT
Optional
TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo
Required for International Students
College Prep Program
Recommended
Additional Materials
Optional
4% (10.3% early)
Acceptance Rate
3.7 - 4.0
Average GPA
1470 - 1570
Average SAT Score
34 - 35
Average ACT Score
GPA Requirements
There is no rigorous minimum GPA requirement for undergraduate admissions at Columbia University.
However, admitted students often have very good GPAs, with an average GPA of 3.9 and ranges from 3.7 to 4.0.
3.9
Average High School GP
3.7 - 4.0
25th-7th Percentile
SAT Requirements
The first Ivy League institution to discontinue testing was Columbia. SAT scores for admitted students at Columbia University range from 1470 to 1570, with an average score of 1520.
Although the SAT is optional, we advise candidates to aim for a strong SAT score of at least 1520 to be competitive in the Columbia University admissions process.
1520
Average SAT
1470 - 1570
25th-75th Percentile
43%
Students submitting SAT scores
ACT Requirements
The first Ivy League institution to discontinue testing was Columbia. ACT scores for accepted students at Columbia University range from 34 to 35, with an average of 34.
A strong ACT score will still help you stand out from the crowd and get into the school of your choice. It will enable admissions staff to compare you to the other applicants quickly and fairly.
34
Average ACT
34-35
25th-75th Percentile
28%
Students submitting
ACT scores
Other Requirements
Depending on the programme of study you apply for, Columbia has various additional requirements in addition to academic marks.
Extracurriculars
Make sure you have extracurriculars relating to your area of study and those that show your dedication over time.
Recommendation Letters
Columbia University requires two teacher recommendations.
TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo
Required for international students with a minimum score of 100.
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