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| Frequently Asked Questions |
| Q: In order to save your time in evaluating my application, I want to know if my scores are enough to receive financial aid. If my scores are OK, I shall mail my application materials to you. |
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| A: I'm sorry, but I do not make decisions regarding the acceptance of students so I don't really know if your scores are adequate or not. However, for your information ALL students admitted to the Department are fully funded, that is they receive full tuition coverage, a stipend of $29,328 for academic year 2008-2009, medical insurance, as well as subsidized housing in the area. Regardless, my advice is to send in your application if you are interested in coming to Columbia. |
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| Q: Is housing provided by the University? |
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| A: Yes, if you are admitted to the Ph.D. program, you are guaranteed Columbia housing as long as you maintain timely progress towards the degree. You can expect to pay around $725-$1200 a month for an apartment share and around $1000-$1525 if you are able to get a studio apartment. |
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| Q: I want to be part of a particular professor's research lab. What do I have to do? |
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| A: Students are admitted to the Department, not to work for a particular research group. To work in any research group in our Department you first have to be admitted by our Admissions Committee and approved by the Graduate School. If you are interested in working with a particular professor, you should consider applying to the Department. If you are interested, please send us your address and we will send you an application. |
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| Q: I cannot afford to pay my application fee ($100). Can you waive this fee for me? |
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| A: From the GSAS FAQ page (http://www.columbia.edu/cu/gsas/pages/pstudents/admissions/faq/fee.html): Applicants who are US citizens or permanent residents who are currently enrolled in a US college or university and who demonstrate financial need may apply for a financial fee waiver. Select, "Pay by Check", print the Payment Voucher and mail it, along with a completed Fee Waiver Request Form and all supporting documentation, to Office of Admissions, Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, 108 Low Library, 535 West 116th Street, MC 4303, Columbia University, New York, NY 10027. Your Fee Waiver Request Form must be received prior to the deadline of your designated program of study. If your request is approved, your fee will be waived. If your request is denied, you will be asked to pay the $90 application fee. |
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| Q: What is your department code for GRE/TOEFL score reporting? |
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A: The Graduate School of Arts and Sciences does not use department codes, as all test scores are reported to the Office of Admissions. Scores are then forwarded to this department. If ETS requires designation of a department code, please use a default code of all nines (9) or all zeroes (0)
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| Q: Is the GRE Subject test required? |
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| A: A GRE Subject test in one of the following fields is strongly recommended: Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Physics |
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