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Office of Student Financial Services

Sources of Aid

General Scholarships
These scholarships are awarded to a limited amount of students who demonstrate financial need according to institutional guidelines. The amount of this award differs amongst students based on eligibility and the availability of funds. Students receive half of their award at the beginning of each semester and may be granted from $2,000 to $8,000 annually.

In order to qualify, students must be enrolled for at least 10.5 credits and have valid U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status.

Office of Student Financial Planning: 1255 Amsterdam Ave 5th Floor NY, NY 10027
Tel. (212) 851-2293   |  Fax (212) 851-2298  |   swfinaid@columbia.edu