Architecture, Planning, and Preservation, School of
Cost of Attendance by Program
The cost of attendance, also known as the "budget" or "COA," represents the student's maximum financial aid eligibility. The budget is determined by the school and consists of tuition and fees plus estimated living expenses.
In determining the budget, the school applies a conservative estimate of living expenses to all students. We recognize, however, that actual living expenses vary from person to person. If the student faces higher actual costs or has extenuating circumstances that warrant a higher cost of attendance, the student may request a budget increase.
2016-17: Masters of Architecture, Urban Planning & Historic Preservation
(Based on a nine-month academic year)
Item | Cost |
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Tuition | $52,920 (12-19 points per semester) |
Fees* | $5,335 |
Living | $19,701 |
Books | $3,348 |
Commute | $1,049 |
Personal | $4,446 |
Loan Origination | $218 |
TOTAL | $87,017 |
*Includes health insurance costs, university facilties fee, and document fee (one time fee charged in first semester of attendance).
2016-17: Advanced Architecture, Urban Design & Real Estate Development
(Based on a Twelve-month academic year)
Item | Cost |
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Tuition | $79,380 (12-19 points per semester) |
Fees* | $6,691 |
Living | $26,268 |
Books | $4,893 |
Commute | $1,399 |
Personal | $5,928 |
Loan Origination | $436 |
TOTAL | $124,995 |
*Includes health insurance costs, university facilties fee, and document fee (one time fee charged in first semester of attendance).
2016-17: New York/Paris
(Based on a nine-month academic year)
Item | Cost |
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Tuition | $35,520 |
Fees* | $5,335 |
Living | $19,701 |
Books | $3,348 |
Commute** | $466 |
Personal | $4,446 |
Loan Origination | $133 |
TOTAL | $68,949 |
*Includes health insurance costs, university facilties fee, and document fee (one time fee charged in first semester of attendance).
**Commuting cost for Fall only, since student will be in Paris in the Spring
Arts, School of the
2016 - 2017 Tuition and Fees
First- and Second-Year MFA Students, All Programs
Each charge is billed and due each semester for MFA students unless otherwise noted. Additional fees may apply.
Additional Fees During the Academic year (if applicable) | ||
Platinum Level Medical Insurance (Fall): | $1,586 | $4,164 Total for the academic year. If you opt for Platinum Level Medical Insurance, it will replace the Gold Level Medical Insurance premium listed above. |
Platinum Level Medical Insurance(Spring): | $2,578 | |
Writing MFA Thesis Reading Fee: | $100 | Per semester for all first and second-year Writing MFA students |
International Student Fee: | $70 | Per semester for all international students |
Document Fee: | $105 | One Time Charge |
Course or Lab Fees: | Varies | Typically between $30 to $125 per course |
Late Registration Fee: | $50 | If within the late registration period |
$100 | If after the late registration period | |
Late Payment Fee: | $150 | This fee is assessed if you make your payment after the due date of the first term bill. An additional charge of 1.5% of the balance due will be assessed per month on any past due amount thereafter. |
Per point tuition: | $1,912 | Each point over 18 points |
Fall 2016 | Spring 2017 | 2016-17 Total | |
Tuition: | $28,648 | $28,648 | $57,296 |
Career Services Fee: | $80 | $80 | $160 |
Student Activity Fee: | $20 | $20 | $40 |
University Facilities Fee: | $461 | $461 | $922 |
Health Services Fee: | $510 | $510 | $1,020 |
Medical Insurance (Gold Level): | $1,090 | $1,772 | $2,862 |
Total: | $30,809 | $31,491 | $62,300 |
Other estimated typical costs (per 9-month academic year)
| |
Living expenses (Room & Board): | $19,701 |
Transportation: | $1,049 |
Personal Expenses: | $4,446 |
Book & Supplies: | $2,804 |
Loan origination fees (for U.S. Citizens and | $218 |
Note: The figures represented here vary each academic year and are subject to approval by the Trustees of Columbia University. Other fees may apply. Historically, tuition and fees have risen each year
2016 - 2017 Tuition and Fees
First-Year Film Studies MA Students
Each charge is billed and due each semester for first-year Film Studies MA students unless otherwise noted. Additional fees may apply.
Fall 2016 | Spring 2017 | 2016-17 Total | |
Tuition: | $25,882 | $25,882 | $51,764 |
Career Services Fee: | $80 | $80 | $160 |
Student Activity Fee: | $20 | $20 | $40 |
University Facilities Fee: | $461 | $461 | $922 |
Health Services Fee: | $510 | $510 | $1,020 |
Medical Insurance (Gold Level): | $1,090 | $1,772 | $2,862 |
Total: | $28,043 | $28,725 | $56,768 |
Additional Fees During the Academic year (if applicable) | ||
Platinum Level Medical Insurance (Fall): | $1,586 | $4,164 Total for the academic year. If you opt for Platinum Level Medical Insurance, it will replace the Gold Level Medical Insurance premium listed above. |
Platinum Level Medical Insurance(Spring): | $2,578 | |
International Student Fee: | $70 | Per semester for all international students |
Document Fee: | $105 | One Time Charge |
Course or Lab Fees: | Varies | Typically between $30 to $125 per course |
Late Registration Fee: | $50 | If within the late registration period |
$100 | If after the late registration period | |
Late Payment Fee: | $150 | This fee is assessed if you make your payment after the due date of the first term bill. An additional charge of 1.5% of the balance due will be assessed per month on any past due amount thereafter. |
Part-time, per point tuition: | $1,692 | Each point over 18 points |
Other estimated typical costs (per 9-month academic year)
| |
Living expenses (Room & Board): | $19,701 |
Transportation: | $1,049 |
Personal Expenses: | $4,446 |
Book & Supplies: | $2,804 |
Loan origination fees (for U.S. Citizens and | $218 |
Business, School of
August Entry BudgetThe estimated 9-month student budget will include tuition, mandatory fees, health service fees & health insurance, books & supplies, and moderate living expenses. This number represents the maximum amount of funding you can receive through any scholarships, fellowships, sponsorship or student loans. The Financial Aid office recommends that you borrow responsibly and only the amount you truly need.
ESTIMATED 2016-2017 BUDGET | STUDENT |
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Tuition | $68,792 |
Mandatory Fees* | $3,737 |
Health Services & Insurance | $3,882 |
Books & Supplies | $900 |
Room & Board | $21,375 |
Personal Expenses (clothing, MetroCard, etc.) | $6,026 |
First Year Total Budget | $104,712 |
*Fees are estimated. Mandatory fees include instructional materials fee, document fee, and first-year student orientation fees. International students pay an additional $70 per semester for an ISSO fee. Note that tuition and fees generally increase in the second year.
Students may incur additional costs not included in the budget above and should prepare accordingly. Examples include:
Platinum plan medical insurance;
Chazen-approved study tours;
Medical expenses not covered by insurance;
Optional club dues, conferences, travel, and event costs;
Summer expenses before, during, and after school;
Recruiting trips and other job search-related expenses.
The room and board budget breakdown is as follows:
Room - $13,950 ($1,550 per month)
Board - $5,625 ($625 per month)
Utilities - $1,800 ($200 per month)
January Entry BudgetThe estimated 8-month student budget will include tuition, mandatory fees, health service fees & health insurance, books & supplies, and moderate living expenses. This number represents the maximum amount of funding you can receive through any scholarships, fellowships, sponsorship or student loans. The Financial Aid office recommends that you borrow responsibly and only the amount you truly need.
ESTIMATED 2016-2017 BUDGET | STUDENT |
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Tuition | $68,792 |
Mandatory Fees* | $3,737 |
Health Services & Insurance | $2,282 |
Books & Supplies | $900 |
Room & Board | $19,000 |
Personal Expenses (clothing, MetroCard, etc.) | $5,356 |
First Year Total Budget | $100,067 |
*Fees are estimated. Mandatory fees include instructional materials fee, document fee, and first-year student orientation fees. International students pay an additional $70 per semester for an ISSO fee. Note that tuition and fees generally increase in the second year.
Students may incur additional costs not included in the budget above and should prepare accordingly. Examples include:
Platinum plan medical insurance;
Chazen-approved study tours;
Medical expenses not covered by insurance;
Optional club dues, conferences, travel, and event costs;
Summer expenses before, during, and after school;
Recruiting trips and other job search related expenses.
The room and board budget breakdown is as follows:
Room - $12,400 ($1,550 per month)
Board - $5,000 ($625 per month)
Utilities - $1,600 ($200 per month)
Law School
Standard Cost of Attendance
Financial aid starts with the standard cost of attendance (COA) for a student. The items listed below form the basis for what the Financial Aid Office can permit in overall financial aid, including student loans. The following student budget is for the 2016-2017 academic year.
2016–2017 Costs
Tuition | $63,048 |
Student Activity Fee | $270 |
University Facilities Fee | $922 |
Health Services Fee | $1,020 |
Student Health Insurance - Gold Level | $2,862 |
Document Fee | $105 |
TOTAL UNIVERSITY CHARGES | $68,227 |
Books & Supplies | $1,575 |
TOTAL EDUCATIONAL COSTS | $69,802 |
Living costs for the nine-month, 2016–2017 academic year are budgeted as follows:
Expense Type | Living Costs for 9-Month |
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Room | $12,538 |
Board | $5,200 |
Personal | $4,000 |
Total Living | $21,738 |
Academic Year Budget | $91,540* |
*This is the Standard Cost of Attendance (COA), which is used to determine eligibility for LRAP.
NOTE: Educational loan fees will automatically be added to the cost of attendance at the time of loan certification.
Additional Allowances
Dependent Care Allowance: $5,000 allowance for first child; $4,000 each additional child. Please contact our office for details regarding the regulations and documentation required for a dependent care allowance.
School of Nursing
Tuition and Fees
COURSES/FEES** | ESTIMATED COST |
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Master of Science Courses | $1408/credit |
Doctor of Nursing Practice/PhD Courses | $1820/credit |
Advanced Standing Exam Fee | $125/credit |
Transcript Fee | $105 |
Technology Fee | $50/term |
Program Fee | $65/term |
Student Activities Fee | $35/term |
CUMC Computer Access Fee | $195/term |
On-Campus Housing(Estimated) | $780-$1200/month |
Off-Campus Housing (Estimated) | $850-$1800/month |
Health Service Student Fee* | $1465 annually |
Medical Insurance Plans (premium student) | $4847 annually |
Estimated Full Year MDE Tuition and Fees | $96,026 annually |
Estimated Full Year MS Tuition and Fees (based on 31 credits) | $51,000 annually |
Estimated Full Year DNP/PhD Tuition and Fees (based on 24 credits) | $52,000 annually |
*The student health service fee is mandatory for all nursing students. Tuition is determined by the Board of Trustee of Columbia University in June. There may be a slight increase in tuition and fees, historically the increase has been 3%, but that has yet to be determined.
**Students holding a non-resident visa will be charged a $50 per term International Service Charge Fee.