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Congratulations on your acceptance to Columbia GSAPP!

At GSAPP, our exceptional faculty creates an intellectual ecosystem where students define their own trajectories and become empowered to meet the challenges and opportunities of our time. Embedded in the vibrancy of New York City, it is an environment that allows you to grow an impactful voice in your field

Your Next Steps to Join GSAPP

Summer 2026 Entry

Fall 2026 Entry

Confirm your enrollment decision by Wednesday, April 15, 2026 by completing the enrollment form.

Please review a detailed timeline outlining your next steps for Summer 2026 entry.

Students enrolling in the M.S. Advanced Architectural Design; M.S. Architecture and Urban Design; and M.S. Real Estate Development programs begin with the Summer 2025 Semester on Tuesday, May 26, 2026.

Students enrolling in the M.S. Computational Design Practices program start with an online tutorial, and begin in person classes on Monday, June 29, 2026.

Also reference the 2026-2027 Academic Calendar, and don’t hesitate to email us at arch_admissions@columbia.edu with any questions.

Admissions FAQ

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International Students Resources

Dean Andrés Jaque welcomes admitted students at the Open House on March 31, 2025.

2026 Open House for Admitted Students

You are invited to join fellow admitted students in learning more about GSAPP by meeting the Dean, faculty, current students, alumni, and admissions staff at a series of Open House events taking place throughout March and April.

The in-person GSAPP Open House takes place on Columbia’s historic campus in the vibrant heart of New York on Monday, March 23, 2026.

Register to join the In-person Open House for Admitted Students

We also invite you to join a series of online presentations including meetings with Columbia’s International Students and Scholars Office, Student Financial Services, and Student Affairs teams as well as the Program Directors of each Master’s degree program. A detailed schedule and registration links will be published in the coming weeks.

If you aren’t able to visit Columbia’s campus in person during the coming weeks, you may browse GSAPP’s Buildings and Facilities on our interactive virtual tour.

Online Open House Sessions

Date	Event	Registration Link
Tue, March 24 7:00PM	MSCCCP Curriculum Presentation with Program Directors Felicity Scott and Mark Wasiuta	Register for MSCCCP meeting
Wed, March 25 9:00AM	MSAAD Curriculum Presentation with Program Director Lydia Kallipoliti	Register for MSAAD meeting
Wed, March 25 9:00AM	MSHP Curriculum Presentation with Program Director Jorge Otero-Pailos	Register for MSHP meeting
Wed, March 25 10:00AM	M.Arch Curriculum Presentation with Program Director Marc Tsurumaki	Register for M.Arch meeting
Thur, March 26 9:00AM	MSCDP Curriculum Presentation with Associate Director Adam Vosburgh	Register for MSCDP meeting
Thur, March 26 10:00AM	MSAUD Curriculum Presentation with Faculty Lead Thaddeus Pawlowski	Register for MSAUD meeting
Thur, March 26 10:00AM	MSUP Curriculum Presentation with Program Director Weiping Wu	Register for MSUP meeting
Fri, March 27 9:00AM	International Student Info Session Learn more about the I-20 and visa application process, cost of attendance, billing schedules, payment plans, and how Columbia University ISSO and Student Financial Planning teams supports international students	Register for International Student meeting
Fri, March 27 10:00AM	MSRED Curriculum Presentation with Interim Program Director Adam Lubinsky	Register for MSRED meeting
Fri, March 27 12:00PM	Financial Planning for Domestic Students Learn more about the cost of attendance, updates to federal aid and loans, billing schedules and payment plans from representatives of Columbia’s Student Financial Services office	Register for Financial Planning meeting
Fri, March 27 1:00PM	Next Steps in the Enrollment Process with representatives of GSAPP’s Student Affairs and Admissions offices	Register for Next Steps meeting

International Students

Once you’ve confirmed your enrollment at GSAPP, international students can begin the I-20 application process and will be supported by Columbia’s International Students & Scholars Office (ISSO) team. Students will need an I-20 for F-1 status or DS-2019 for J-1 status issued by ISSO before making your visa appointment at a U.S. consulate to apply for your visa.

Watch the ISSO video on how to get a visa.

Watch the ISSO Info Session for GSAPP students.

You will need to:

Prepare your documents (bank statements, passport, and other supporting documents)
Log in to Compass to apply for your I-20 / DS-2019
Receive I-20 / DS-2019
Apply for Your Visa at a U.S. Consulate (the visa cannot be issued more than 120 days in advance of your program start date)

Ready to begin? Go to the ISSO website for the I-20/DS-2019 application, supporting documents checklist, and instructions. If you have any questions regarding the visa application process, please contact the ISSO at newintlstudent@columbia.edu.

Each academic program has a rich offering of virtual resources allowing you to meet GSAPP’s faculty and students; join lectures and events; and explore studio reports, student work, and more. Select your program below for details and recordings.

Additional Resources

Quick links to useful information as you prepare for your studies at GSAPP

GSAPP Student Affairs Resources

Office of University Life

Student Financial Services

Columbia Global Centers