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Welcome to GSAPP!

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

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Your Next Steps to Join GSAPP

Summer 2025 Entry
Fall 2025 Entry

Confirm your enrollment decision by Tuesday, April 15, 2025 by completing the enrollment form.

Please review a detailed timeline outlining your next steps for Summer 2025 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 27, 2025.

Students enrolling in the M.S. Computational Design Practices program start with an online tutorial, and begin in person classes on Monday, June 30, 2025.

Also reference the 2025-2026 Academic Calendar, and don’t hesitate to email us at arch_admissions@columbia.edu with any questions.

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2025 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 31, 2025.

We encourage 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.

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 Program
Date Event Link
Fri, March 14
9:00am EST
International Student Info Session
with Columbia University ISSO
Register online
Fri, March 28
9:00am EST
Student Financial Services
learn more about the federal aid, billing schedule, payment plans and more
Register online
Fri, March 28
11:00am EST
Next Steps in the Enrollment Process
with representatives from Student Affairs and Admissions
Register online
Wed, April 2,
9:00am EST
MSAAD Info Session
with Program Director Lydia Kallipoliti
Register online
Wed, April 2,
9:30am EST
MSHP Info Session
with Program Director Jorge Otero-Pailos
Register online
Wed, April 2,
10:00am EST
M.ARCH Info Session
with Program Director Mario Gooden and faculty
Register online
Wed, April 2,
7:30pm EST
MSRED Info Session
with Interim Program Director Adam Lubinsky
Register online
Thu, April 3,
9:00am EST
MSCDP Info Session
with Program Director Laura Kurgan
Register online
Thu, April 3,
10:00am EST
MSUP Info Session
with Program Director Weiping Wu
Register online
Thu, April 3,
11:00am EST
MSCCCP Info Session
with Program Directors Felicity Scott and Mark Wasiuta
Register online
Fri, April 4,
9:00am EST
MSAUD Info Session
with Program Director Kate Orff
Register online
In-Person Open House, Monday, March 31
Register in Advance Time
Check-in and Breakfast 9:30am – 10:30 am
Campus Tours and Building Visits
Visits to GSAPP Research Centers and Labs, Making Studio, Avery Library, and more.
10:00am – 12:00pm
Admissions and Student Affairs Q&A 11:00am – 12:00pm
Lunch with GSAPP Faculty and Student Representatives 12:30 – 1:30pm
Welcome by Dean Andrés Jaque 1:30– 2:00 pm
Curriculum Presentation by your academic Program Director 2:00 – 3:00pm
Conversations with current students in your academic program 3:00 – 4:00pm
Life at GSAPP: Learn more about the School 4:00 – 6:00pm
Pre-Lecture Reception 6:00 – 6:30pm
GSAPP Open House Lecture by Lydia Kallipoliti 6:30 – 8:30pm

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.

You will need to:

  1. Prepare your documents (bank statements, passport, and other supporting documents)
  2. Log in to Compass to apply for your I-20 / DS-2019
  3. Receive I-20 / DS-2019
  4. 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