Master of Science in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution

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Columbia University’s Master of Science in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution prepares students to analyze the root causes and dynamics of conflict and to transform disputes through reasoned and resourceful interventions.

The program has On-campus or Online (with Residency) modality options, which are outlined below. More information about the curricular requirements is available on the Curriculum & Courses page.

Full-Time On-Campus

  • Start: Fall
  • Complete the program in 3 semesters: Fall - Spring - Summer OR Fall - Spring - Fall
  • Modality: in-person on Columbia's New York City campus (some electives may be online)

Part-Time On-Campus

  • Start: Fall
  • Complete the program in 4-7 semesters
  • Modality: in-person on Columbia's New York City campus (some electives may be online)

Online (with Residency)

  • Start: Spring
  • Complete the program in 4 semesters: Spring - Summer (on-campus) - Fall - Spring
  • Modality: online & a 2-week in-person residency on Columbia's New York City campus

Resource: NECR Course Planning Spreadsheet

This spreadsheet has multiple tabs that should help students plan out the rest of their time in the program:

  • An overview of NECR core & elective course offerings that are anticipated for the next three years (subject to change)
  • Links to a list of pre-approved, non-NECR electives
  • Program pathways (also shared below on this page)
  • Semester course schedules in calendar view

*CU Lionmail/UNI login is required to view this spreadsheet.

Full-Time On-Campus

Pathway Option: Fall - Spring - Summer

Pathway Option: Fall - Spring - Fall

Pathway Option: Fall - Spring - Summer - Fall

Part-Time On-Campus

Pathway Option: 6 Term Sample Sequence

*International students are responsible for ensuring they have read and understand the University’s student visa application eligibility and requirements. Please note that it is not permissible to enroll while in B-1/B-2 status. Students on an F1 visa are permitted to complete no more than one online class each semester.

Online (with Residency)

Pathway Option: Spring - Summer (on-campus) - Fall - Spring

The required residency consists of a 2-week on-campus intensive study session with 2 core courses. Following the first two weeks, students have the option to remain on-campus for intensive elective courses.

The Summer 2025 on-campus residency dates for the Online (with Residency) program are as follows:

  • Required:
    • Week 1 (5/27/25 - 5/30/25): On-campus 9:00am - 5:00pm 
    • Week 2 (6/2/25 - 6/4/25): On-campus 9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Optional (electives):
    • Week 2.5 (6/6/25 - 6/8/25): On-campus 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Week 3 (6/10/25 - 6/13/25): On-campus 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Week 4 (6/16/25 - 6/18/25): On-campus 9:00am - 5:00pm

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