Application Information
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Application Timeline
We are now accepting applications for the Fall 2025 term! (Please note that we do not admit students for spring or summer start terms.)
Each year, we have a rolling admissions process from December 1 to August 1. During this time, we continuously accept applicants until we reach our class size of 80 students. We will update our website with any changes to the admissions closing date, and we will notify applicants with incomplete applications via email.
Our online application portal remains open for applicants to start their applications at any time. On August 1, the portal will transition into the next application cycle.
We encourage applicants to submit in the fall or early spring as it eases the student onboarding process, allows ample time to look into financial aid options, and provides incoming students with the best opportunities to receive on-campus housing.
Application Form
Our application form must be completed in one sitting. Preview our application form questions. We recommend you have the answers to these questions ready when starting our application.
After completing your application form, our admissions staff will take 1 to 3 business days to process your checklist. You will receive an email when it’s ready, allowing you to continue with your application.
Check your application portal regularly for updates and the status of official documents. Admissions decisions will be available four to six weeks after your application is sent for review, and you will be notified via email when a decision is ready to view on the portal.
For additional details, visit our Application Prerequisites & Required Components and Your Admissions Decision webpages.
Application Portal
To view and work on your application:
- Log in to our application portal.
- Click My Applications.
- Navigate to your Application Name (APP-XXXX).
- Upload elements to your application as needed.
Official Documents and Letters of Recommendation
Our admissions staff will upload and approve your official documents and letters of recommendation. After submission, they will review the rest of your application and notify you if any documents are rejected, allowing you to upload a new version and resubmit.
Recommendations must be submitted in PDF format and emailed directly to ihnadmissions@cumc.columbia.edu by either the recommender or a third-party service like Interfolio. Our admissions staff will upload them to the portal. If you need to update your recommender information, please reach out to ihnadmissions@cumc.columbia.edu.
Questions?
Please check our FAQ page for common application questions. Our team is available to assist you with the application process. Reach out to us at ihnadmissions@cumc.columbia.edu if you have any questions.