What is unique to Columbia University?

Unparalleled diversity. In contrast with many of our peer institutions, Columbia is known for breaking down the walls that separate the so-called ivory towers of academia from the rest of the world.

What are the values of Columbia University?

Columbia University core values include “kindness and respect, embrace diversity, promote research, flexibility.” The presence of these values creates a supportive environment that makes campus life for both the faculties and students worthwhile.

Why do you want to attend Columbia University?

Not to mention, there is also a ton of other colleges nearby, which means plenty of opportunities to meet new people my age. Also, being from the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, Columbia is one of the only film colleges that offers the perfect distance for me away from home without having to go to LA or NYC.

Why did you choose Columbia University over Harvard?

Columbia has a much better engineering program than Harvard. To be in New York (which gives you access to amazing career opportunities). Seriously, apart from the universal brand recognition of Harvard (which Columbia does come close to), it’s a personal choice between these two fine institutions. There could be lots of reasons.

What is it like to live in Chicago as a student?

Chicago is such a gorgeous city and has so much to offer, especially to someone just headed off to college. The Magnificent Mile and Grant Park are literally blocks away. Not to mention, there is also a ton of other colleges nearby, which means plenty of opportunities to meet new people my age.

What is it like to study film at Columbia University?

They also encourage collaboration between students and working together, so two students can benefit off each other and get a taste of the real world. Columbia also offers the amazing opportunity for some Cinema Arts and Science majors to intern in LA, you know, just one of the most popular filmmaking destinations in the world.