Columbia University in the City of New York — New York, NY
at Columbia University in the City of New York · New York, NY
Solid pick
Philosophy majors have among the highest law school acceptance rates. Many pursue further education, so starting salaries understate long-term earnings.
Listed Price
$89,472/yr
Starting Salary
$38,546
Finish Rate
96.1%
$89,472/yr
Full sticker price — tuition, housing, and fees before any aid
Students on financial aid pay $21,590/yr after grants & scholarships (saves $67,882/yr)
4 Years Total
$357,888
Typical Debt
$21,500
Interest You'd Owe
+$7,835
What You'd Really Pay
$94,195
That's about $244/month for 10 years after you graduate
Pays for Itself In
11 yrs
Salary Boost
+28%
Ahead After 10 Years
$291,265
Do you earn enough to justify the price?
How fast do you earn back what you spent?
How much more than skipping college?
Will you actually finish?
Data from the U.S. Department of Education. Salaries are what recent grads typically earn — yours could be higher or lower.
Costs can change. These numbers don't adjust for where you live, and only cover students who used federal financial aid. Not financial advice.