Columbia University Pre-College Programs
Catalog organization: Columbia University School of Professional Studies
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What Is Columbia University Pre-College Programs?
Columbia offers Academic Year Weekend online courses and, in summer cycles, online, NYC commuter, and NYC residential formats. Dates, prices, housing, deposits, aid, and recommendations differ by option.
The current actionable offering is fall 2026 Academic Year Weekend, a synchronous online seven-weekend program for grades 9-12 worldwide, running October 9-November 22. Students may take up to four courses in two- or three-hour weekend blocks and join virtual clubs and college/career/leadership activities.
Columbia University Pre-College Programs Key Facts: Cost, Deadline, and Eligibility
| Cost | $2,868–$12,838 |
|---|---|
| Format | Hybrid |
| Eligibility | Grades 8–12 |
| Application deadline | February 1, 2027 |
| Listing last updated | August 30, 2026 |
Program details shown here reflect the current catalog record.
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