Admissions /programs/academic-year Academics https://precollege.sps.columbia.edu/programs/explore-courses Admissions Explore Academic Year Programs at Columbia Make the most of the school year with on-campus or online courses, including weekend options. Academics Explore our Courses Engage in a rich academic experience taught by world-class instructors. Announcements Explore course offerings Learn more about our course offerings Information Sessions Find out about upcoming information sessions and other events. Study at Columbia Experience Columbia. Get a head start. Explore Programs Academic Year Weekend Prepare for the college experience through exploratory online coursework and community activities over ten weekends. Program Options Online 10 weeks College Edge: Academic Year Earn college credit and advance your college preparation with advanced coursework taught alongside current Columbia University students. Program Options On Campus 12 weeks Explore Programs Upcoming Events Learn about the Pre-College Programs at an in-person or online event. View All Events Oct 23 Academic Year Weekend Information Session 4:00 pm EDT Online Info Session Oct 28 Columbia Writing Academy: Writing for College Success 4:00 pm EDT Online Info Session Nov 4 CSPA 84th Annual Fall Conference 8:00 am EST Conferences and Conventions View All Events The Columbia Experience Columbia University is not just about what you learn inside of the classroom, it’s also about what you learn outside of the classroom and the connections you make with peers, teachers, and staff. Admissions The admissions committee looks for academically exceptional students who are eager to contribute original ideas and a spirit of intellectual curiosity to a community of highly motivated learners.