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All courses will be remote on Monday, January 26th.

Due to the winter storm, Columbia University will shift to remote instruction on Monday, January 26, for all classes on the Morningside and Manhattanville campuses. Students will receive additional information on how to access their remote courses.
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Non-Degree Orientation Schedule

It is expected that all incoming students to the School of Professional studies participate fully in their Orientation. The Non-Degree New Student Orientation includes two parts:

  1. Pre-Orientation Requirements
  2. Virtual Workshop Series
  3. Non-Degree Orientation

1. Virtual Workshops Series

The SPS New Student Orientation virtual workshops are designed to introduce you to important campus resources and policies in order to support your transition into graduate studies. Non-Degree Students are invited to attend:

  • Immigration Essentials with ISSO
  • Maximize Your SPS Experience with Student Life
  • Strategies for Success at Columbia University
  • Public Safety at Columbia University
  • Research Support with Columbia Libraries
  • Taking Care of Yourself While at Columbia

Learn more about these workshops

2. Non-Degree Orientation: January 2026

The Non-Degree Orientation Session is an opportunity to meet with leaders and representatives from your academic program, learn about your coursework, and get to know your fellow classmates. 

Registration Link TBD

If have any questions, please reach out to sps-studentlife [[at]] columbia [[dot]] edu.