Notification letters are sent by the Admissions Office throughout the spring. All applicants are generally notified no later than May 30, with the bulk of notifications occurring in late March or April. Notifications are given by mail only. Accepted students who are unable to commence their studies during the term for which they were accepted are welcome to reapply at a later date. Please note, however, that readmission is not guaranteed.
Affordable housing is an extremely limited resource in New York City.
Graduate students must be prepared to explore options beyond University Apartment Housing and pursue them diligently, as not all School of the Arts students who apply will receive housing. Applications for Columbia housing are made only after a student has been accepted, and are handled by the UAH Office. Resources for alternative housing will be provided in acceptance packets. Since funding for the arts is scarce, it is advised you expand the scope of your search beyond your field of study. Think of any major corporations you or your relatives have been employed by.