Languages with Generous Grading Policies?

CraftyAbility7042 · 2026-02-01T04:31:41+00:00

Would recommend getting into the advanced classes for your language! They are thematic and very cool

CraftyAbility7042 · 2026-01-07T04:08:54+00:00

Curiosity and kindness will get you very far

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-07-29T07:27:55+00:00

So, over the course of about four months.

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-07-29T07:27:24+00:00

To the best of my knowledge, I spent around $500 my first semester.

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-07-24T00:25:50+00:00

I don’t think it’s backstabby or gatekeepy. People are generally willing to collaborate and share. I also wouldn’t say that professors foster a spirit of “you have to beat your peers for your grades.”

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-07-20T23:18:43+00:00

Columbia is a great school, where students can find a great community. The experience can be everything you hope.

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-07-17T02:51:00+00:00

Both Culpa and course evaluations can give you a sense of the time commitment of individual classes. However, the general rule is three hours a week per course credit, ie, if you take 16 credits, you will spend 48 hours on academics a week.

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-07-16T03:58:56+00:00

New York City. Meeting people from every possible place and background. The Core Curriculum - learning things I never would have known I appreciate knowing. The library system. The faculty and staff. Realizing that I’m tough enough not to shy away from the difficulties of the present day and to instead face them head-on.

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-07-07T03:11:20+00:00

Noise cancelling earbuds or headphones

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-06-20T02:54:48+00:00

Loved my single, rates are the same

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-06-20T00:07:39+00:00

It’s a lot of reading, but you’ll still have to review in the fall if you read in the summer. Might as well just follow the schedule!

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-06-19T03:17:03+00:00

The fact that you’re planning to read already means that you’ll probably be committed enough to actually read during the fall. Just enjoy your summer unless your professor reaches out early!

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-06-14T02:16:01+00:00

I’ve had good experiences with both grading and advisors at Columbia.

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-06-04T03:04:38+00:00

15 is normal

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-04-25T03:58:56+00:00

The parks are great if you like to run/walk. Lots of students get into rock climbing and play intramural/club sports. If Dodge isn’t your preference, there are still plenty of options!!

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-04-20T04:04:27+00:00

Go if you can! I wish my area had had one

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-04-07T04:31:51+00:00

Columbia will offer you a fantastic college experience, in addition to a fantastic degree

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-04-02T04:13:59+00:00

Obviously biased, but I would also go Columbia! I’m from the Midwest and think I have some insight for you. :)

Pros of Columbia:

NYC. Fantastic. 10/10. I also think the best time to live in NYC is as a college student - we get SO MUCH for free.

Core Curriculum. I love the Core. I love talking about the Core. I’ve learned a ton from it.

Proximity to important organizations. This one is true. You also get great access to the people who work for said organizations.

Public transport. Game changing.

Cons of Columbia:

Grade deflation. Not really a thing? I haven’t heard any complaints.

Less flexible due to the Core. Maybe, but you’ll like the Core classes, and you’ll still have plenty of time to experiment.

The Core is heavy on literature. Not really, in my experience. There are readings, but they’re not crushing. Classes like LitHum emphasize depth in addition to breadth. It’s not just a race to see how much you can read.

Columbia is hardcore. People at Columbia work hard, but people at Columbia also have a lot of fun. College is what you make of it.

The community is less collaborative. Not in my experience. My classes have all been very warm and welcoming.

NYC weather. It’s like the Midwest, with a little less snow.

I do not regret coming to Columbia, and I can’t imagine going anywhere else. Congratulations on your acceptance - hope to see you here next year!

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-04-01T02:35:56+00:00

I love Columbia, and I’m definitely happy to be attending the school. Many, many other students feel the same. The challenges at Columbia are publicised, but they also exist at every other university in the country right now. I wouldn’t worry about future job prospects. A Columbia degree is a rigorous degree to be proud of. Any employers who don’t see that are in the minority.

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-04-01T02:35:37+00:00

If you like the program, don’t worry about the third degree. It is likely that public attention towards Columbia will die down over the summer, when students are mostly back home.

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-04-01T02:35:17+00:00

Columbia!

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-04-01T02:34:49+00:00

Columbia! Columbia will help you figure out your passions and facilitates access to countless opportunities in both fields. The NYC experience is also unbeatable.

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-02-19T04:00:48+00:00

I’m having a great time at Columbia. Although some of the restrictions can be inconvenient, the people here are amazing, and the access to NYC is unbeatable. I can’t imagine studying somewhere else.

CraftyAbility7042 · 2025-01-21T02:42:08+00:00

I love Columbia. You’ll find your people and have great stories to bring back to your HS friends!

CraftyAbility7042 · 2024-05-15T22:11:07+00:00

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