ColElectrical EngineeringColumbia University

Program Info

Dates and tuition are specific to the 2027 intake.

Historical admission data is not published.

Official sources are the final authority

Personal statement

Recommended 250–1,000 words.

CV or resume

Publications

Optional

Optional. Links or citations to research publications may be included when available.

Recommendation letters x 3

Three letters required.

Academic transcripts

From every post-secondary institution attended; English translation if needed.

Official sources are the final authority

Academic: Bachelor's degree; From an institution of acceptable standing. A relevant master's is required before entry into the PhD; applicants without an MS typically apply via the MS/PhD track. Competitive admission; no hard minimum GPA published school-wide.
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; Ordinarily an undergraduate major in electrical engineering or preparation in a related field of engineering or science acceptable to the department.
GRE: Optional; SEAS lists GRE General as optional for the 2026 admission cycle; confirm the current cycle on the SEAS application requirements page.