Summer Programs
Enjoy your summer with events, special activities, and co-curricular activities while staying sharp with challenging courses.
NYC Residential Summer
Students live on our Morningside Campus, a serene academic community where they will always be mere steps away from classrooms, libraries, amenities—and New York City.
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NYC Commuter Summer
Live off campus in New York City or surrounding areas and commute to classes, co-curricular activities, events, or to simply enjoy the resources of our beautiful Morningside Campus.
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Online Summer
Join our programs from anywhere in the world and experience interactive classes with high-achieving peers and dedicated instructors, engaging co-curricular activities, and resources like our online library.
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College Edge: Summer
Get an edge on the college experience by earning college credit while you learn alongside CU undergraduate students on our Morningside Campus.
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Columbia Writing Academy: Summer
The Columbia Writing Academy, "Writing the College Admissions Essay," was created by Dr. Nancy Sommers. This intensive 2-week course is offered through the Online Summer program and is designed to help students craft and perfect their college application essays.
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CSPA Summer Journalism Workshop
Students and advisers from around the globe come to the Columbia campus each summer or join our sessions virtually for specialized journalism instruction in writing and editing, design, editorial leadership.
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