Columbia University – Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science

A global research powerhouse nestled in the heart of New York City, offering unparalleled learning for diverse scholars, while fostering international faculty, research, and academic partnerships.

Established in 1864 as the School of Mines, theĀ  Fu Foundation School was renamed the School of Engineering and Applied Science in 1962. It is a STEM-focused school, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in a variety of engineering and applied science disciplines.

The Fu Foundation School is located in the heart of New York City, which gives its students access to a wide range of research and internship opportunities to hone their entrepreneurial and innovation skillset. The school also has strong ties to the city’s business community, which provides its graduates with many employment opportunities.

QUICK FACTS

LOCATION

New York City, New York, United States

SCHOOL

Private University

EMAIL

seasgradmit@columbia.edu

ELIGIBILITY

01
A four-year U.S. bachelor's degree or its international equivalent with a minimum of 3.0 GPA
02
GRE is optional
03
TOEFL / IELTS is required for international students

RANKING

QS World University Rankings

#23

Best Engineering Schools, 2023-2024

#17

#25

Engineering - 2023

PROGRAMS OFFERED

Master of Science Program in Data Science Connect With School View Program Details
Master of Science in Earth and Environmental Engineering Connect With School View Program Details
Master of Science in Applied Physics and Applied Mathematics Connect With School View Program Details
Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering Connect With School View Program Details
Master of Science in Chemical Engineering Connect With School View Program Details
Master of Science in Civil Engineering and Engineer Mechanics Connect With School View Program Details
Master of Science in Computer Engineering Connect With School View Program Details
Master of Science in Computer Science Connect With School View Program Details
Master of Science in Electrical Engineering Connect With School View Program Details
Master of Science Program in Financial Engineering Connect With School View Program Details
Master of Science Programs in Industrial Engineering & Operations Research Connect With School View Program Details
Master of Science Program in Management Science and Engineering Connect With School View Program Details
Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering Connect With School View Program Details
Master of Science Program in Operational research Connect With School View Program Details
Master of Science in Quantum Science and Technology Connect With School View Program Details

CAREERS

94% graduates received offers within three months of graduation
Average base salary (2022): $144,000*
*Computer Science specific statistics
Top Recruiters
  • Apple
  • Amazon
  • American Express
  • Bloomberg
  • Ebay Inc.
  • Google
  • Meta
  • Robinhood

 

Sector Breakdown

Technology, Telecom & Internet: 28%

Financial Services: 28%

Consulting: 25%

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