by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. Also, learn how Columbia ranks among other schools offering degrees in social sciences.
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In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for social sciences majors, Columbia came in at #6. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study.
In 2022, 18 students received their master’s degree in social sciences from Columbia. This makes it the #7 most popular school for social sciences master’s degree candidates in the country.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at Columbia paid an average of $2,102 per credit hour. No discount was available for in-state students. Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $64,526 | $64,526 |
| Fees | $3,645 | $3,645 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,392 | $1,392 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $16,800 | $16,800 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,350 | $2,350 |
Learn more about Columbia tuition and fees.
Online degrees for the Columbia social sciences bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Columbia Online Learning page.
Of the 167 social sciences students who graduated with a master's degree in 2021-2022 from Columbia, about 31% were men and 69% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Columbia University in the City of New York with a master's in social sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 20 |
| Black or African American | 5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6 |
| White | 21 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 107 |
| Other Races | 8 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the social sciences majors at Columbia University in the City of New York.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Economics | 535 |
| Political Science & Government | 308 |
| International Relations & National Security | 154 |
| Sociology | 94 |
| Other Social Sciences | 71 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.