Applicants to the program must be currently enrolled in a high school. Rising Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors, in addition to Seniors who are graduating, are all eligible.
The program welcomes students from all backgrounds and experiences and encourages all interested and qualified students to apply.
The program is free for high school students in New York City and Los Angeles.
For more information and to further explore your eligibility for this program, please visit our FAQ page and/or reach out to pml2131@cumc.columbia.edu. We’re happy to work with you and answer questions!
Application Requirements
Completed application form submitted electronically:
The application form includes optional background questions and three short essays.
Personal Statement (max 300 words):
Help us learn about you
Why are you interested in the Columbia ACComPLISHED Program?
Selection Process
Only complete applications submitted by the deadline will be reviewed.
Decisions are rolling. Twice a month, the ACComPLISHED review committee will begin a review of complete applications (deadlines listed in the application for the upcoming review period).
Applicants will be notified whether their application to the ACComPLISHED program has been accepted or declined.
