GS Student Success Portal
The Columbia GS Student Success Portal is the primary hub for all GS students to complete essential School and University processes. The Student Success Portal serves as the central location for booking appointments with academic and premedical advisors, as well as the Office of Educational Financing and other members of the advising team.
Course Information
Undergraduate Student Resources
Students may declare a major as early as their first semester provided they have completed at least 45 points toward the degree, with at least 12 points in progress at Columbia. Learn about different majors at departmental open houses throughout the year!
The GS Office of Academic Affairs can help students explore research interests, connect with departments and faculty members, look for fellowship opportunities, review your research applications, and more.
Study abroad programs enhance a Columbia education, with more than 150 programs either sponsored or approved by Columbia in foreign countries around the world.
Campus Services
Postbac Premed Student Resources
Premedical students have access to opportunities at major medical research centers, superb medical schools, and the largest municipal hospital system in the United States.
Students are encouraged to learn about upcoming opportunities available both on-and-off -campus.
Where more than 50 medical schools and healthcare gather to speak with more than 500 prospective students.
Learn about Linkage, general admission, interview feedback, support resources, and more.
Additional Resources
GS Peer Advisors
GS Peer Advisors are students who wish to provide support and advice about the opportunities and challenges at Columbia. Peer Advisors are available to discuss academics, campus resources, personal concerns, and the transition to the School of General Studies.
Peer Advisors are available to meet with students by appointment, and they also hold weekly walk-in hours in the GS Lounge.
Educational Financing
The GS Office of Educational Financing, located in 408 Lewisohn, administers all financial aid for GS students, including institutional, federal, and state aid.
Students at the School of General Studies may be eligible to receive scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study. Financial aid may come from GS, federal and state governments, or private sources.
Continuing students must reapply for both institutional scholarships and federal financial aid every year.
Student Financial Services (SFS) manages billing, payment and refund options for all Columbia students.
Students who seek financial aid counseling, veteran education benefits counseling, and other aid-related topics are asked to make an appointment online.
Academic Resource Center
The Academic Resource Center (ARC) is dedicated to supporting the diverse nontraditional student body at GS in achieving academic excellence.
Housing
New York's many and diverse neighborhoods combined with an extensive public transportation system offer a variety of housing options that are convenient to the Columbia campus.
If you have any questions about GS housing, please contact [email protected].
Student Life
GS Student Life provides many programs that explore issues around academics, diversity, wellness, social justice, leadership, civic responsibility, and self awareness.
Students are encouraged to become involved in all aspects of life at Columbia University including becoming a Student Life volunteer, joining one of the 500+ student organizations on campus, and learning about leadership development opportunities.
Subsidized tickets, the GS Student Lounge, the Student Life fee, space requests, and more.
GS Student Life provides engagement opportunities for GS students to facilitate connections for students with faculty, alumni, and staff; to learn about professional opportunities; to explore NYC and New York State; and to support specific populations at GS.
Connect with GS Alumni
The GS Development and Alumni Relations team helps support students with exclusive access to GS alumni, from top-tier networking events and career mentorship opportunities, to inspiring speaker programs and can’t-miss social events.
From Alumni in Conversation to Dinner and Discussion, these monthly events connect students with GS alumni in various fields, providing industry insights in small, group settings. Check out upcoming alumni events!
Build meaningful relationships with accomplished GS alumni and explore volunteer opportunities with the GSAA that enhance both your professional and personal journey.
Take part in exciting community-wide events where you can meet alumni and share your GS stories in vibrant social settings, like Homecoming, Reunion, the Military Ball, and more!
Upcoming Events
Fall 2025 Bancroft Research Scholars Program Information Session
Your Health and Wellness
GS and Columbia Health offer an array of events tailored to the meet the health and wellness needs of students. Topics include: stress management; mindfulness; body positivity; identity-based community support for students of color, LGBTQ students, student veterans, international students, and more; cultivating creativity and resilience; trauma support; and more.
Planning Your Future
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