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Open a world of possibilities
From scholarships to professorships to 100 years of the Core Curriculum — learn how we created bold possibilities for students, faculty and our future.
How did financial aid affect your life? What was it like to say ‘Yes’ to Columbia?
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Series Spotlight
They Need You and the World Needs Them
What matters to you most?
You Know You’re a Lion When…
There are a few things all Columbia College grads can relate to. Find your favorite #CoreToCommencement memory and share it with your friends!
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Columbia College Core Books
You keep these on your bookshelf because they make you feel smarter, even if you can't remember what they're about.
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Columbia University Alma Mater statue
You spent more time searching for the owl than you'll ever admit.
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Columbia College Butler Library
You definitely had a favorite nap spot in Butler or ____ (fill in your favorite library)!
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Columbia College Campus: College Walk
Walking through the Gates still gets you every time.
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Columbia University Low Library Steps
You still haven't found a spot to people watch that can beat this.