Visiting Students

As a Visiting Student, you are part of the Columbia community and may take advantage of the many available resources.
Academic Advising Office![]() This office is your primary source for academic questions, including those about the School’s policies, procedures, and requirements. |
Student Organizations![]() Among the hundreds of clubs and student organizations at Columbia, you will find opportunities to pursue your interests in academics, sports, arts, business, culture, politics, environment, and other areas. |
International Students and Scholars Office![]() This office administers immigration services (including the procurement of F-1 visas) for Columbia’s international population, and offers orientation sessions, informational programs, and workshops. |
Fitness Center![]() Most students, excluding those in the American Language Program (ALP), have basic membership to Columbia’s Dodge Physical Fitness Center included in their tuition charges. |
Writing Center![]() The Columbia College Writing Center provides writing support in one-on-one consultations and workshops to help you improve at every stage of your writing, from brainstorming to final drafts. |
Free and Discounted Tickets![]() With your Columbia ID, you can visit many New York City museums for free and purchase discounted tickets for Broadway shows, operas, and movies. |
Libraries![]() Spanning 22 libraries and an extensive collection of digital resources, Columbia has one of the top-10 academic library systems in the country |
Most of these resources are only available to active students with a Columbia University ID. |