Academic Certification

An academic certification is an official document provided by the University Registrar verifying dates of attendance, award of degree, and student status (full-time or part-time) by term. It is typically requested for health insurance, visa, employment and credit verification purposes. There is no fee for this service.

Certification requests by third parties, such as insurance carriers, should be sent to the appropriate addess below and must include the following:

• A signed request from the third party on official letterhead for an Academic Certification for the student in question.
• A signed letter by the student authorizing the release of his or her enrollment information.

Morningside Campus

Office of the Registrar
Columbia University
205 Kent Hall, MC 9202
1140 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, NY 10027

Medical Center Campus

Student Administrative Services
Columbia University
630 W. 168th Street
Unit 45, Black Building
1st fl., Room 141
New York, NY 10032