Talk to Columbia University students and recent graduates

Get a candid view of student life at Columbia University in New York, NY through a private conversation with a verified student or recent graduate.

Currently on Candid Campus

Verified Columbia University students and recent graduates are available for private calls.

Individual student profiles stay inside the signed-in marketplace unless a host separately opts into the featured creator program. This school page confirms school-level availability without publishing a roster.

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Columbia University at a glance

  • Private
  • Urban campus
  • Midsize undergraduate body
  • Most selective admissions
  • Founded 1754
Acceptance rate
4%
Undergraduates
8,973
Graduation rate
96%
Average SAT
1553
Student–faculty ratio
6:1
Tuition & fees
$71,845

An Ivy League university built around its Core Curriculum, in the middle of Manhattan's Upper West Side. Students trade a traditional campus bubble for the city itself, with everything that implies.

Known for: Core Curriculum · New York City access · Journalism & global programs

Figures: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (latest reported year). Confirm specifics with the school.

What you can ask about

  • Classes, professors, workload, and academic support
  • Housing, dining, transportation, and day-to-day routines
  • Clubs, social life, campus culture, and finding your people
  • What surprised the host after enrolling and what they would do differently

How Candid Campus works

  1. Create an account or sign in to enter the private marketplace.
  2. Choose a verified student or recent graduate from Columbia University.
  3. Select a call length and time, then add the questions you want to cover.
  4. Speak privately over a relay line. Personal phone numbers are never shared.

Independent from Columbia University

Candid Campus is independent and not affiliated with Columbia University. Hosts speak only from their own experience; they do not represent the university or promise one definitive view of campus life. Learn more about verification, privacy, and refunds on our Trust & Safety page.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I talk to a Columbia University student or recent graduate?

Yes. Candid Campus currently has verified students and recent graduates from Columbia University in its private marketplace. Create an account or sign in to see the available hosts and book a call.

Do the students represent Columbia University?

No. Candid Campus is independent and not affiliated with Columbia University. Student hosts speak from personal experience and do not represent the university.

How much does a Candid Campus call cost?

Standard calls are $60 for 25 minutes or $110 for 50 minutes. Candid Campus sets standard pricing, and you see the exact amount before you book.

Are individual student profiles public?

Individual student profiles are available only inside the signed-in Candid Campus experience unless a host separately opts into a featured creator profile. This school page confirms school-level availability without publishing a roster.

Are calls private?

Yes. Calls use a private relay line, so personal phone numbers are not shared. Candid Campus does not record or transcribe calls.