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Quick answer
The essentials at a glance
Will applicants be notified of outcomes? Yes. We will keep you up‑to‑date about the status of your application throughout the assessment process. What happens when an applicant has met the minimum requirements of a degree program? If you pass our Eligibility Check and meet the minimum requirements for your preferred program, you will move to the Ranking stage.
Key takeaways
Main points from this page
- Will applicants be notified of outcomes? Yes. We will keep you up‑to‑date about the status of your application throughout the assessment process.
- Can students apply to study an undergraduate degree if they have undertaken other post-secondary studies (VET or tertiary studies)? Yes. We will accept these qualifications:
- An Australian Year 12 qualification or international equivalent
- A completed Associate Diploma, Associate Degree, AQF Diploma, Diploma, AQF Advanced Diploma, Graduate Certificate, or international equivalent
- At least one standard full-time year (1.0 FTE) in a single program of degree-level study at an Australian higher education institution or international equivalent
Few Frequently Asked Questions about Columbia University:
Frequently Asked Questions
For 2025, Columbia is test-optional, but strong SAT/ACT scores can boost your application from Nepal.
IELTS 7.0+, TOEFL iBT 100+, or Duolingo 125+. Higher scores improve chances.
Around USD 65,000 (NPR 87 lakhs) for tuition, plus USD 20,000–25,000 (NPR 27–34 lakhs) for living.
It’s based in New York City, giving Nepali students access to Wall Street, UN, media hubs, and global opportunities.
Yes. Columbia has a Nepali Students Association and a South Asian community that celebrates festivals like Dashain and Holi.
Graduates join top employers like Goldman Sachs, UNDP, Microsoft, and Google. OPT and STEM extensions allow work in the U.S. after graduation.
Yes, if you can justify the gap with jobs, research, or internships.
Very competitive, but Goreto has experience helping Nepali applicants craft strong SOPs and applications.
Disclaimer
Important guidance note
This page provides general guidance about studying abroad. Requirements, fees and policies can change. For advice about your situation, speak with a Goreto counsellor before applying.
